Dr. Nima Taheri, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1890 N GAREY AVE STE D, Pomona, CA 91767
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Nima Taheri
Dr. Nima Taheri is a board-certified internal medicine physician who serves as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) for workers' compensation cases in the Pomona and Inland Empire region of California. A graduate of the Keck School of Medicine at USC, Dr. Taheri completed his internal medicine residency at USC/LA County Medical Center and brings over a decade of hospitalist and inpatient care expertise. His comprehensive training and patient-centered approach make him a trusted QME physician for workers' comp evaluations in Pomona, California.
Education & Board Certifications
- M.D., Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, 2013
- Residency, Internal Medicine, USC/Los Angeles County Medical Center, 2013-2016
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. Nima Taheri serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego 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. Nima Taheri 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. Nima Taheri's office located?
Dr. Nima Taheri's office is located at 1890 N GAREY AVE STE D, Pomona, CA 91767. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Nima Taheri's board certifications?
Dr. Nima Taheri holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, California QME - Qualified Medical Evaluator. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Nima Taheri's education and training background?
Dr. Nima Taheri's training includes: M.D., Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, 2013; Residency, Internal Medicine, USC/Los Angeles County Medical Center, 2013-2016. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Nima Taheri have?
Dr. Nima Taheri has approximately 12 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. Nima Taheri serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Nima Taheri is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego 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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