QME / IME Services
Qualified Medical Evaluations
(QME)
A Qualified Medical Evaluation (QME) is a medical-legal assessment performed by a physician certified by the California Division of Workers’ Compensation. In psychiatric cases, QMEs are used to:
Evaluations are conducted in accordance with California regulations and established medical-legal standards, with a focus on objective psychiatric assessment and functional impairment.
Independent Medical Evaluations (IME)
An Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) is a comprehensive assessment performed by a physician not involved in the patient’s care. Psychiatric IMEs are used to:
Evaluations are conducted with objectivity, thorough record review, and evidence-based analysis to ensure clear and defensible conclusions.
The QME process is structured for clarity, defensibility, and clinical accuracy. Typically includes:
QME / IME Services
Our Commitment to Excellence in Care
Allison J. Munn, MD, is committed to integrity, clinical excellence, and objective evaluation. Each assessment is grounded in evidence-based psychiatric practice and designed to provide clear, reliable medical-legal conclusions that support informed decision-making.
Types of Evaluations
Clinical Experience
Active clinical practice across diverse psychiatric settings, including outpatient, institutional, and correctional environments.
Evidence-Based Approach
Committed to objective, evidence-based psychiatric evaluations with clear and defensible medical-legal conclusions.
California Licensed
Licensed physician in the State of California, providing psychiatric evaluations in accordance with state guidelines.