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Dr. Lucille B Andersen, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Office Address

417 GRAND AVE STE 101, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Counties Served

San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County

Credential

MD — QME Certified

About Dr. Lucille B Andersen

Dr. Lucille B. Andersen is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle conditions, practicing in Danville, California at Andersen Orthopedics, APC. She combines engineering and medical expertise to treat the complex biomechanics of the foot and ankle system. Dr. Andersen has over 20 years of clinical experience and offers both in-person and telehealth consultations.

Education & Board Certifications

  • M.D., Albany Medical College
  • Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, Albany Medical Center, 1999-2005
  • Fellowship, Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, 2006
Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery Subspecialty: Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

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. Lucille B Andersen serves workers' compensation cases in San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin 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. Lucille B Andersen 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. Lucille B Andersen's office located?

Dr. Lucille B Andersen's office is located at 417 GRAND AVE STE 101, South San Francisco, CA 94080. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including San Mateo County.

What are Dr. Lucille B Andersen's board certifications?

Dr. Lucille B Andersen holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty: Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.

What is Dr. Lucille B Andersen's education and training background?

Dr. Lucille B Andersen's training includes: M.D., Albany Medical College; Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, Albany Medical Center, 1999-2005; Fellowship, Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, 2006. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.

How many years of experience does Dr. Lucille B Andersen have?

Dr. Lucille B Andersen has approximately 21 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.

What languages does Dr. Lucille B Andersen speak?

Dr. Lucille B Andersen speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.

Which counties does Dr. Lucille B Andersen serve for QME evaluations?

Dr. Lucille B Andersen is available for QME evaluations in San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.

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