Cal. Code Regs. tit. 16 § 1315.53
The independent clinical evaluation shall be performed by a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disabilities of the same nature as that of the applicant, who is familiar with the applicant's areas of medical practice, and who has no personal, professional, business, or social relationship with the applicant. The term "professional relationship" includes but is not limited to, a current or previous physician-patient relationship with the applicant. The reviewing physician shall possess a current valid California license with no history of discipline.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 16, § 1315.53
Note: Authority cited: Section 2018, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Sections 2088 and 2441, Business and Professions Code.