Dr. Michael P Moneyhon, MD
Surgery
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Office Address
3711 LONG BEACH STE 101, Long Beach, CA 90807
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Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Michael P Moneyhon
Dr. Michael Moneyhon is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained hand and microsurgery specialist practicing at NewportCare Medical Group with offices in Long Beach, Newport Beach, and other Southern California locations. He graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles and UC Davis-San Joaquin General Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Kentucky College of Medicine
- Residency, General Surgery, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles / UC Davis-San Joaquin General Hospital
- Fellowship, Hand and Microsurgery
Languages Spoken
About Surgery QME Evaluations
General Surgery QME evaluations assess post-surgical outcomes and complications from workplace injuries requiring surgical intervention, including abdominal trauma, hernia repair, and vascular injuries. The evaluating surgeon determines whether surgical outcomes are consistent with the industrial injury and rates residual 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. Michael P Moneyhon serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside 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. Michael P Moneyhon evaluate as a QME?
A Surgery 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. Michael P Moneyhon's office located?
Dr. Michael P Moneyhon's office is located at 3711 LONG BEACH STE 101, Long Beach, CA 90807. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Michael P Moneyhon's board certifications?
Dr. Michael P Moneyhon holds the following board certifications: American Board of Surgery, Fellowship-trained, Hand and Microsurgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Michael P Moneyhon's education and training background?
Dr. Michael P Moneyhon's training includes: MD, University of Kentucky College of Medicine; Residency, General Surgery, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles / UC Davis-San Joaquin General Hospital; Fellowship, Hand and Microsurgery. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Michael P Moneyhon have?
Dr. Michael P Moneyhon has approximately 14 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Michael P Moneyhon serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Michael P Moneyhon is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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