Dr. Ritu J Viswanath, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
14600 SHERMAN WAY STE 220, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ritu J Viswanath
Dr. Ritu Jain Viswanath is a board-certified internal medicine physician practicing in Los Angeles, California. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine with over 14 years of clinical experience, specializing in hospital-based internal medicine and acute patient management. Dr. Viswanath is affiliated with Kaiser Foundation Hospital West LA and performs medicolegal evaluations through Arrowhead Evaluation Services, supporting QME and workers' compensation cases throughout Southern California.
Education & Board Certifications
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. Ritu J Viswanath 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. Ritu J Viswanath 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. Ritu J Viswanath's office located?
Dr. Ritu J Viswanath's office is located at 14600 SHERMAN WAY STE 220, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Ritu J Viswanath's board certifications?
Dr. Ritu J Viswanath holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ritu J Viswanath have?
Dr. Ritu J Viswanath has approximately 14 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. Ritu J Viswanath serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ritu J Viswanath 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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