Dr. James M Simmons, DO
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
5345 N EL DORADO ST STE 3, Stockton, CA 95207
Phone
Counties Served
San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Kings County, Merced County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. James M Simmons
Dr. James Michael Simmons is a DO internal medicine physician and hospitalist in California. He is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center and Community Medical Centers in the Fresno area. He holds board certifications in hospitalist medicine, internal medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine. Listed on the QME panel for Stockton/San Joaquin County.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona
- Residency, Internal Medicine
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 M Simmons serves workers' compensation cases in San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Kings County, Merced County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo 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 M Simmons 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 M Simmons's office located?
Dr. James M Simmons's office is located at 5345 N EL DORADO ST STE 3, Stockton, CA 95207. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including San Joaquin County.
What are Dr. James M Simmons's board certifications?
Dr. James M Simmons holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Board Certified, Hospitalist Medicine, Board Certified, Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. James M Simmons's education and training background?
Dr. James M Simmons's training includes: DO, A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona; Residency, Internal 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. James M Simmons have?
Dr. James M Simmons has approximately 15 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 M Simmons serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. James M Simmons is available for QME evaluations in San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Kings County, Merced County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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