Dr. Raj Ahluwalia, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
5801 S FIGUEROA ST, Los Angeles, CA 90003
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Raj Ahluwalia
Dr. Raj S. Ahluwalia is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee and shoulder conditions, practicing in the greater Los Angeles area. He completed his orthopaedic surgery training at the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program and a sports medicine fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He serves as a QME and maintains multiple office locations throughout the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Biological Sciences, University of Pittsburgh
- MS, Boston University Medical Center
- MD, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
- Residency, Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program
- Fellowship in Sports Medicine / Advanced Arthroscopic Techniques, Brigham and Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School
Languages Spoken
About Orthopaedic Surgery QME Evaluations
Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluations address musculoskeletal injuries arising from workplace accidents, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. The evaluating orthopaedic surgeon assesses fractures, joint damage, spinal disorders, and soft-tissue injuries to determine causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Served Counties
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Raj Ahluwalia evaluate as a QME?
A Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Raj Ahluwalia's office located?
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia's office is located at 5801 S FIGUEROA ST, Los Angeles, CA 90003. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Raj Ahluwalia's board certifications?
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Qualified Medical Examiner (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Raj Ahluwalia's education and training background?
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia's training includes: BS, Biological Sciences, University of Pittsburgh; MS, Boston University Medical Center; MD, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University; Residency, Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program; Fellowship in Sports Medicine / Advanced Arthroscopic Techniques, Brigham and Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Raj Ahluwalia have?
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia has approximately 25 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified orthopaedic surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Raj Ahluwalia serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Raj Ahluwalia is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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