Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
4180 LA JOLLA VILLAGE DR STE 260, La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper
Dr. Mohinderpal S. Thaper, MD, is a board-certified internist specializing in geriatric medicine and hospital medicine, serving the La Jolla and greater San Diego area of California. As a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Dr. Thaper provides workers' compensation evaluations informed by over two decades of clinical experience in internal and geriatric medicine. He graduated from Manipal College of Medical Sciences in 2000, completed his residency at Maricopa Medical Center, and serves as Medical Director with expertise in complex wound management and skilled nursing facility care.
Education & Board Certifications
- Manipal College of Medical Sciences (MD, 2000)
- Maricopa Medical Center (Internal Medicine Residency)
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. Mohinderpal Thaper serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Orange 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. Mohinderpal Thaper 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. Mohinderpal Thaper's office located?
Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper's office is located at 4180 LA JOLLA VILLAGE DR STE 260, La Jolla, CA 92037. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper's board certifications?
Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper's education and training background?
Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper's training includes: Manipal College of Medical Sciences (MD, 2000); Maricopa Medical Center (Internal Medicine Residency). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper have?
Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper has approximately 25 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. Mohinderpal Thaper serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Mohinderpal Thaper is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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