Dr. Ravi R Shah, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ravi R Shah
Dr. Ravi Raj Shah, MD, QME, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and hospitalist providing medical-legal evaluations for workers' compensation cases throughout the Los Angeles and Southern California region. As a California Qualified Medical Evaluator, Dr. Shah conducts Panel QMEs, AMEs, and Independent Medical Evaluations across multiple locations in California. He earned his medical degree cum laude from Saint George's University School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Nevada School of Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Human Biology (Cum Laude), University of California, San Diego
- MD, Saint George's University School of Medicine, Grenada
- Residency in Internal Medicine, University of Nevada School of Medicine
Languages Spoken
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. Ravi R Shah serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Ravi R Shah 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. Ravi R Shah's office located?
Dr. Ravi R Shah's office is located at 420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Ravi R Shah's board certifications?
Dr. Ravi R Shah holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) - State of California. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Ravi R Shah's education and training background?
Dr. Ravi R Shah's training includes: BS in Human Biology (Cum Laude), University of California, San Diego; MD, Saint George's University School of Medicine, Grenada; Residency in Internal Medicine, University of Nevada School of Medicine. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ravi R Shah have?
Dr. Ravi R Shah has approximately 10 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. Ravi R Shah serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ravi R Shah is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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