Dr. Norman L Banks, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
1110 CRENSHAW BLVD, Torrance, CA 90501
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Mateo County, Solano County, Sonoma County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Monterey County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Norman L Banks
Dr. Norman L. Banks, MD, MS is a board-certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist practicing in Foster City, San Carlos, and Palo Alto, CA. He is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and Sutter Bay Medical Foundation. Dr. Banks is an adjunct professor of anatomy at the University of Southern California (USC) School of Physical Therapy and Biokinesiology. He has over 20 years of experience specializing in arthritis, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and rotator cuff injuries.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA (2002)
- MS in Physiological Science, UCLA
- Transitional Year Internship, Los Angeles County-Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (2002-2003)
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (2004-2007)
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional limitations.
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. Norman L Banks serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Mateo County, Solano County, Sonoma County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Monterey 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. Norman L Banks evaluate as a QME?
A Pain Medicine 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. Norman L Banks's office located?
Dr. Norman L Banks's office is located at 1110 CRENSHAW BLVD, Torrance, CA 90501. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 8 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Norman L Banks's board certifications?
Dr. Norman L Banks holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Norman L Banks's education and training background?
Dr. Norman L Banks's training includes: MD, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA (2002); MS in Physiological Science, UCLA; Transitional Year Internship, Los Angeles County-Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (2002-2003); Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (2004-2007). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Norman L Banks have?
Dr. Norman L Banks has approximately 23 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Norman L Banks serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Norman L Banks is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Mateo County, Solano County, Sonoma County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Monterey County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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