Dr. James E Mcnicholas, DO
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
270 E DOUGLAS AVE, El Cajon, CA 92020
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Tulare County, Shasta County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. James E Mcnicholas
Dr. James E. McNicholas Jr. is a DO internist and occupational medicine specialist. He is a US Navy veteran who served as a Naval Flight Surgeon at Diego Garcia and as Staff Internist at the Naval Aerospace Medical Institute in Pensacola. He holds FACP designation and provides expert witness opinions on occupational and internal medicine matters. Currently affiliated with Cleveland Clinic but maintains California licensure and QME panel membership.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
- MPH, University of California, Berkeley
- Residency, Internal Medicine, Naval Medical Center San Diego
- Residency, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, UCSF
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. James E Mcnicholas serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Tulare County, Shasta 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. James E Mcnicholas evaluate as a QME?
A Internal Medicine 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. James E Mcnicholas's office located?
Dr. James E Mcnicholas's office is located at 270 E DOUGLAS AVE, El Cajon, CA 92020. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. James E Mcnicholas's board certifications?
Dr. James E Mcnicholas holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Board Certified, Occupational Medicine, Fellow, American College of Physicians (FACP). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. James E Mcnicholas's education and training background?
Dr. James E Mcnicholas's training includes: DO, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine; MPH, University of California, Berkeley; Residency, Internal Medicine, Naval Medical Center San Diego; Residency, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, UCSF. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. James E Mcnicholas have?
Dr. James E Mcnicholas has approximately 13 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. James E Mcnicholas serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. James E Mcnicholas is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Tulare County, Shasta County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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