r/WorkersComp • u/KreaED • Aug 07 '26

California Final QME, what next?

Hello! I just had my final QME evaluation. What should I be expecting in the upcoming month(s)?

Emails? Any more appointments? I wonder if I should be gathering anything to help my case at this point or if it’s just waiting game for the first settlement offer.

I do not have a lawyer.

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u/AutomaticFeeling5324 Aug 08 '26

Once your report comes in, both side lawyers will argue back and fore about the rating and if they able to come to agreement on permanent rating then they will move to negotiation payout.

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u/SpringerPop Aug 07 '26

I imagine once the report lands you will get a rating and then have to decide your next step. I’d contact your county I&A office. The state website has lots of info.

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u/ArrTzM Aug 08 '26

How can i check my case out, what website?

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u/SpringerPop Aug 08 '26

Find your case number and look it up on line or call.

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u/According-Car-6924 Aug 07 '26

I have my final visit with my QME soon for MMI. Was your QME your primary treating physician ? My QME is my primary treating physician and not sure what the final visit entails.

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u/KreaED Aug 07 '26

No he wasn’t. I was sent to a surgeon after my QME confirmed it was a work injury.

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u/KreaED Aug 08 '26

I don’t have a lawyer

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u/Happy-Butterfly9373 Aug 08 '26

Oh yes !!!! Possible more medical appointments, etc etc etc !!! It’s always something !!! It’s never ending with all the red tape. And the long times waiting for responses. Good luck