Dr. Matthew M Watson, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
10 HARRIS CT, Monterey, CA 93940-5704
Phone
Counties Served
Monterey County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Matthew M Watson
Dr. Matthew Mendioro Watson is a board-certified internist in Monterey, California, with credentials including both an MD and MPH. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his residency at Cambridge Health Alliance Internal Medicine Residency Program.
Education & Board Certifications
- Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (MD, 2005)
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Cambridge Health Alliance (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 Monterey County
Dr. Matthew M Watson serves workers' compensation cases in Monterey 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. Matthew M Watson 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. Matthew M Watson's office located?
Dr. Matthew M Watson's office is located at 10 HARRIS CT, Monterey, CA 93940-5704. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Monterey County.
What are Dr. Matthew M Watson's board certifications?
Dr. Matthew M Watson 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.
What is Dr. Matthew M Watson's education and training background?
Dr. Matthew M Watson's training includes: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (MD, 2005); Master of Public Health (MPH); Cambridge Health Alliance (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. Matthew M Watson have?
Dr. Matthew M Watson has approximately 20 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.
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