Dr. Lawrence S Barnett, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1024 E PACIFIC COAST HWY, Long Beach, CA 90806-5017
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Lawrence S Barnett
Dr. Lawrence S. Barnett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 60 years of experience, practicing in Orange, California. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1962, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of California, San Francisco, and serves as an attending physician at St. Joseph Hospital in Orange and a clinical professor at UC Irvine.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of California, Berkeley, BA
- Stanford University School of Medicine, MD (1962)
- Internship: Stanford Health Care (1962-1963)
- Residency: University of California San Francisco, Orthopaedic Surgery (1966-1969)
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. Lawrence S Barnett serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside 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. Lawrence S Barnett 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. Lawrence S Barnett's office located?
Dr. Lawrence S Barnett's office is located at 1024 E PACIFIC COAST HWY, Long Beach, CA 90806-5017. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Lawrence S Barnett's board certifications?
Dr. Lawrence S Barnett holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Lawrence S Barnett's education and training background?
Dr. Lawrence S Barnett's training includes: University of California, Berkeley, BA; Stanford University School of Medicine, MD (1962); Internship: Stanford Health Care (1962-1963); Residency: University of California San Francisco, Orthopaedic Surgery (1966-1969). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lawrence S Barnett have?
Dr. Lawrence S Barnett has approximately 63 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. Lawrence S Barnett serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Lawrence S Barnett is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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