Dr. Majid R Moarefi, MD
Ophthalmology
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Office Address
11600 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Majid R Moarefi
Dr. Majid Moarefi is a board-certified ophthalmologist practicing in Los Angeles and Long Beach, California, including at the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. He graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University in 2012, completed his residency at Case Western University, and a refractive surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Eye Clinic. He serves as a Faculty Professor at the Los Angeles VA Hospital, teaching UCLA ophthalmology residents.
Education & Board Certifications
- MS, Biomedical Sciences
- MS, Healthcare Management & Administration
- MD, Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University, 2012
- Internship, UC Irvine Medical Center / Long Beach Veterans' Hospital
- Residency, Ophthalmology, Case Western University – University Hospitals
- Fellowship, Refractive Surgery, Cleveland Eye Clinic
Languages Spoken
About Ophthalmology QME Evaluations
Ophthalmology QME evaluations assess work-related eye injuries and vision loss, including chemical burns, foreign body injuries, retinal detachment, and occupational exposure-related conditions. The evaluating ophthalmologist determines visual acuity loss, visual field defects, and permanent impairment.
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. Majid R Moarefi serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Majid R Moarefi evaluate as a QME?
A Ophthalmology 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. Majid R Moarefi's office located?
Dr. Majid R Moarefi's office is located at 11600 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Majid R Moarefi's board certifications?
Dr. Majid R Moarefi holds the following board certifications: American Board of Ophthalmology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Majid R Moarefi's education and training background?
Dr. Majid R Moarefi's training includes: MS, Biomedical Sciences; MS, Healthcare Management & Administration; MD, Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University, 2012; Internship, UC Irvine Medical Center / Long Beach Veterans' Hospital; Residency, Ophthalmology, Case Western University – University Hospitals; Fellowship, Refractive Surgery, Cleveland Eye Clinic. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in ophthalmology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Majid R Moarefi have?
Dr. Majid R Moarefi has approximately 12 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified ophthalmology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Majid R Moarefi speak?
Dr. Majid R Moarefi speaks English and Arabic and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Majid R Moarefi serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Majid R Moarefi is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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