Dr. Gerald M Weingarten, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Gerald M Weingarten
Dr. Gerald M. Weingarten is a board-certified internist and cardiologist who has been in private practice in the San Fernando Valley since 1977. He received his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed residencies in internal medicine and cardiology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and the Wadsworth VA/UCLA Hospital. Dr. Weingarten is a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) with over 30 years of experience performing AMEs, QMEs, and IMEs for workers' compensation cases throughout California.
Education & Board Certifications
- Wayne State University School of Medicine (BS, Psychology; MD)
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (Internship and Residency, Internal Medicine and Cardiology)
- Wadsworth VA/UCLA Hospital (Residency, Internal Medicine)
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. Gerald M Weingarten 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. Gerald M Weingarten 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. Gerald M Weingarten's office located?
Dr. Gerald M Weingarten's office is located at 420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Gerald M Weingarten's board certifications?
Dr. Gerald M Weingarten holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), American College of Physicians, American Society of Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Gerald M Weingarten's education and training background?
Dr. Gerald M Weingarten's training includes: Wayne State University School of Medicine (BS, Psychology; MD); Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (Internship and Residency, Internal Medicine and Cardiology); Wadsworth VA/UCLA Hospital (Residency, Internal Medicine). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Gerald M Weingarten have?
Dr. Gerald M Weingarten has approximately 49 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. Gerald M Weingarten serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Gerald M Weingarten 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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