Dr. Happy Thakkar, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
3530 ATLANTIC AVE STE 101, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Happy Thakkar
Dr. Happy D. Thakkar, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, practicing in the greater Long Beach and Simi Valley areas of California. As a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Dr. Thakkar offers workers' compensation evaluations drawing on his dual expertise in cardiology and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine in 2013, completed his internal medicine residency at Washington University in St. Louis, and his cardiology fellowship at UCLA.
Education & Board Certifications
- Duke University School of Medicine (MD, 2013)
- Washington University in St. Louis (Internal Medicine Residency)
- UCLA (Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship)
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. Happy Thakkar serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Ventura 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. Happy Thakkar 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. Happy Thakkar's office located?
Dr. Happy Thakkar's office is located at 3530 ATLANTIC AVE STE 101, Long Beach, CA 90807. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Happy Thakkar's board certifications?
Dr. Happy Thakkar holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Happy Thakkar's education and training background?
Dr. Happy Thakkar's training includes: Duke University School of Medicine (MD, 2013); Washington University in St. Louis (Internal Medicine Residency); UCLA (Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Happy Thakkar have?
Dr. Happy Thakkar 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. Happy Thakkar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Happy Thakkar is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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