Dr. Jonathan C Ortego, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
10024 VERMONT AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Contra Costa County, Yolo County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Jonathan C Ortego
Dr. Jonathan Chance Ortego is a psychiatrist practicing in Larkspur, California. He graduated summa cum laude from Tulane University with a double major in Neuroscience and Anthropology, then earned his MD and MPH concurrently from Tulane. During medical school, he was a clinic leader for Bridge House and volunteered with the Goldring Center for Culinary Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Tulane University (Neuroscience and Anthropology, summa cum laude)
- MPH, Tulane University School of Public Health (Global Health Management and Policy)
- MD, Tulane University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency, Emory University School of Medicine (2019-2023)
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. Jonathan C Ortego serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Contra Costa County, Yolo 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. Jonathan C Ortego 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. Jonathan C Ortego's office located?
Dr. Jonathan C Ortego's office is located at 10024 VERMONT AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90044. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Jonathan C Ortego's board certifications?
Dr. Jonathan C Ortego holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Psychiatry. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Jonathan C Ortego's education and training background?
Dr. Jonathan C Ortego's training includes: BS, Tulane University (Neuroscience and Anthropology, summa cum laude); MPH, Tulane University School of Public Health (Global Health Management and Policy); MD, Tulane University School of Medicine; Psychiatry Residency, Emory University School of Medicine (2019-2023). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jonathan C Ortego have?
Dr. Jonathan C Ortego has approximately 3 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. Jonathan C Ortego serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Jonathan C Ortego is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Contra Costa County, Yolo County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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