Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Submit records to this physician
Create a IMEPro account to get started
Office Address
21565 FOOTHILL BLVD, Hayward, CA 94541
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu
Dr. Neilen Benvegnu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist practicing in Oakland, Alameda, and San Leandro, California. He specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee, as well as regenerative medicine including PRP and bone marrow aspirate concentrate therapies. Dr. Benvegnu is affiliated with Highland Hospital (Alameda Health System) and maintains a private practice offering comprehensive musculoskeletal care.
Education & Board Certifications
- Princeton University (undergraduate)
- Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (MD, 2017)
- LA County/Keck Medical Center USC (Orthopaedic Surgery Residency)
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (Orthopaedic Sports Surgery Fellowship)
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. Neilen A Benvegnu serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma 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. Neilen A Benvegnu 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. Neilen A Benvegnu's office located?
Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu's office is located at 21565 FOOTHILL BLVD, Hayward, CA 94541. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu's board certifications?
Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Certificate of Added Qualification, Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu's education and training background?
Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu's training includes: Princeton University (undergraduate); Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (MD, 2017); LA County/Keck Medical Center USC (Orthopaedic Surgery Residency); University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (Orthopaedic Sports Surgery Fellowship). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu have?
Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu has approximately 7 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. Neilen A Benvegnu serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
View all Orthopaedic Surgery QME Physicians
785 physicians across California
Similar Orthopaedic Surgery QME Physicians in Alameda County
Related QME Specialties
Are you Dr. Neilen A Benvegnu?
Claim your profile to showcase your expertise, display turnaround times, and receive evaluation requests directly through IMEPro.
Claim Your ProfileFree — takes less than 2 minutes
Looking for an Orthopaedic Surgery Physician?
Browse Verified Pro Orthopaedic Surgery physicians with verified turnaround times and one-click scheduling.
Browse Verified Pro PhysiciansCounties Served