Dr. Michel R Mandel, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
3002 S HARBOR BLVD, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Sutter County, Shasta County, Butte County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Michel R Mandel
Dr. Michel Ross Mandel is a forensic psychiatrist practicing in California. He received his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and has been in practice for over 50 years. He is board certified in forensic psychiatry and has NPI-listed specialties in Psychiatry & Neurology with a focus on Forensic Psychiatry. He has practiced in both Northern California (Redding) and is listed as a QME in Orange County.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (1965)
Languages Spoken
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Served Counties
Dr. Michel R Mandel serves workers' compensation cases in Orange County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Sutter County, Shasta County, Butte County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Michel R Mandel evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Michel R Mandel's office located?
Dr. Michel R Mandel's office is located at 3002 S HARBOR BLVD, Santa Ana, CA 92704. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Orange County.
What are Dr. Michel R Mandel's board certifications?
Dr. Michel R Mandel holds the following board certifications: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Forensic Psychiatry. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Michel R Mandel's education and training background?
Dr. Michel R Mandel's training includes: MD - University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (1965). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Michel R Mandel have?
Dr. Michel R Mandel has approximately 59 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Michel R Mandel serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Michel R Mandel is available for QME evaluations in Orange County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Sutter County, Shasta County, Butte County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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