DWC now accepting applications for Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) exam on April 11-17
Post by : Admin | Post on : January 14, 2026 at 1:25 pm
The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) is now accepting applications for the Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) examination for April 2026. The examination will be held from April 11 until April 17, 2026. DWC will offer in-person computer-based testing (CBT) for the April 2026 Qualified Medical Evaluator examination using Pearson VUE. CPS HR
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The Guardian Group, LLC Announces Psychiatrist Jamon Holzhouser, MD, QME
Post by : Admin | Post on : October 23, 2025 at 9:40 am
Dr. Holzhouser Joins The Guardian Group as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in Psychiatry with Exam Locations Across California SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2025 — Jamon Holzhouser, MD, QME, is a board-certified psychiatrist and bilingual evaluator fluent in Spanish and English. Dr. Holzhouser brings clinical expertise spannin
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The Guardian Group, LLC announces Psychiatrist Monika do Valle, DO, QME
Post by : Admin | Post on : October 21, 2025 at 9:01 am
Dr. Monika do Valle Joins The Guardian Group as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in Psychiatry with Exam Locations Across California SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 — Monika do Valle, DO, MPH, QME is a board-certified psychiatrist with over two decades of multi-state experience. She brings clinical background across inpatien
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The Guardian Group, LLC Announces Psychiatrist Val Bellman, MD, QME
Post by : Admin | Post on : October 16, 2025 at 9:38 am
Dr. Val Bellman Joins The Guardian Group as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in Psychiatry with Exam Locations Across California SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 — Val Bellman, MD, QME, is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in psychosomatics and general psychiatry. His background is rooted in helping patients optim
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The Guardian Group, LLC Announces Psychiatrist Aaron Abraham, MD, QME
Post by : Admin | Post on : October 14, 2025 at 10:46 pm
Dr. Aaron Abraham Joins The Guardian Group as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in Psychiatry with Exam Locations Across California SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 13, 2025 — Aaron L. Abraham, MD, QME, is a board-certified psychiatrist who is fluent in English and conversational in Spanish. His background spans academic medicine, comm
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California Cracks Down on Poor Quality QME Reports with New Bill AB 1293
Post by : Admin | Post on : June 4, 2025 at 10:40 pm
SACRAMENTO, CA – A growing concern over the inconsistent and often inadequate quality of Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) reports within California’s workers’ compensation system has led to the passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 1293, authored by Assemblymember Wallis. This significant legislative action aims to streamline communication,
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WCAB En Banc Rules No Automatic QME Panel Replacement for Delays
Post by : Admin | Post on : May 21, 2025 at 10:30 pm
The Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) issued a key en banc ruling in Vazquez v. Inocensio Renteria. The Board clarified when parties can get a replacement QME panel if a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) delays scheduling an appointment. It ruled that parties do not automatically receive a replacement panel when QMEs miss the set deadlin
Read moreDWC Reminder: RTWSP Application Requirements Clarified
Post by : Admin | Post on : April 18, 2025 at 8:33 pm
DWC Reminder: Injured Workers Must Follow Strict Criteria to Avoid Delays or Denials The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has issued a fresh reminder about the Return-to-Work Supplement Program (RTWSP) application requirements. Th
DWC Reminder: Injured Workers Must Follow Strict Criteria to Avoid Delays or Denials The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has issued a fresh reminder about the Return-to-Work Supplement Program (RTWSP) application requirements. This notice comes as part of ongoing efforts to ensure injured workers receive timely and accurate benefits. Application Requirements Under California Code As outlined in California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 17306, applicants must complete the electronic RTWSP form available on the Department of Industrial Relations website. In addition, the application must include a declaration under penalty of perjury, affirming the truthfulness of all submitted information. Specifically, applicants are required to provide: Full legal name (first, last, and middle) Social Security number or tax ID number Current address, phone number, and email (if available) ADJ number(s) related to any workers’ compensati
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The Guardian Group, LLC announces Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic Surgeon: Brett Fink, MD, QME
Post by : Admin | Post on : April 1, 2025 at 12:52 am
Dr. Brett Fink has joined The Guardian Group as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) with exam locations in California in the specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery. SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 — Brett Fink, MD, QME is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He also served our country as a Battalion Surgeon during Dese
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The Guardian Group, LLC announces Psychiatrist Timothy MacDonald, MD, QME
Post by : Admin | Post on : April 1, 2025 at 12:46 am
Dr. Timothy MacDonald has joined The Guardian Group as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) with exam locations across California in the specialty of Psychiatry. SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 — Dr. Timothy MacDonald is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in inpatient, emergency, and correctional mental health. A
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