Dr. Leslie W Bellwood, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
8645 HAVEN AVE STE 700, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730-4818
Phone
Counties Served
San Bernardino County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Leslie W Bellwood
Dr. Leslie Walton Bellwood Jr. is a chiropractor in Rancho Cucamonga, CA who has been in practice since 1966, making him one of the longest-practicing chiropractors in the area. He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 1965. He specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system including sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis. His practice, Bellwood Chiropractic, is located at 8645 Haven Ave, Suite 700, Rancho Cucamonga.
Education & Board Certifications
- Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa (DC, 1965)
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
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 San Bernardino County
Dr. Leslie W Bellwood serves workers' compensation cases in San Bernardino 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. Leslie W Bellwood evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic 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. Leslie W Bellwood's office located?
Dr. Leslie W Bellwood's office is located at 8645 HAVEN AVE STE 700, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730-4818. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Bernardino County.
What is Dr. Leslie W Bellwood's education and training background?
Dr. Leslie W Bellwood's training includes: Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa (DC, 1965). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Leslie W Bellwood have?
Dr. Leslie W Bellwood has approximately 60 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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