Workers' Compensation
Our board-certified occupational medicine physicians provide timely, convenient care for work-related injuries or illnesses.
Comprehensive Services to Control Costs and Enhance Care
We help control compensation costs while offering the highest level of care with:
- Initial visits at Express Care or Urgent Care clinics
- Same-day appointments
- Return-to-work programs
- Case management
Streamlined Claim Management
We ensure efficient, smooth handling of work-injury claims by:
- Offering a dedicated point of contact for employers, insurance carriers and third-party administrators
- Coordinating all necessary paperwork with employers and insurers
- Keeping employers updated on employees' work status after every visit
- Providing access to a medical provider for case-related discussions
For UC San Diego Employees
The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (COEM) provides exams, screenings, vaccinations and injury care to protect UC San Diego employees. Our team ensures regulatory compliance and delivers expert treatment for work-related injuries, illnesses and exposures.
Occupational Medicine Physicians
Clinic Locations
Contact Us
Appointments & Referrals
- 858-657-1600 (La Jolla)
- 619-471-9210 (Hillcrest)
- 858-249-4228 (Rancho Bernardo)
- For Referring Physicians
Contact Info for Employers
- 619-471-9210
- occmed@health.ucsd.edu
After-Hours Emergency Care
Our emergency departments in La Jolla, Hillcrest and the College Area are open 24 hours.
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