Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz, MD
Neurology
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Office Address
1125 S BEVERLY DR STE 610, Los Angeles, CA 90035-1182
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz
Dr. Jacobo Chodakiewitz is a functional neurosurgeon and neurologist in Los Angeles with over 50 years of medical experience, specializing in chronic intractable pain and involuntary movement disorders. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico and has extensive experience performing stereotactic neurosurgical procedures. Dr. Chodakiewitz is a Qualified Medical Examiner for the California Workers' Compensation Board, providing expert neurological and neurosurgical evaluations for injured workers in Los Angeles.
Education & Board Certifications
- Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Facultad de Medicina, MD (1970)
Languages Spoken
About Neurology QME Evaluations
Neurology QME evaluations assess work-related neurological injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, peripheral neuropathy, and nerve compression syndromes. The evaluating neurologist reviews medical records, performs a clinical examination, and provides opinions on causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment.
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. Jacob W Chodakiewitz serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Ventura 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. Jacob W Chodakiewitz evaluate as a QME?
A Neurology 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. Jacob W Chodakiewitz's office located?
Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz's office is located at 1125 S BEVERLY DR STE 610, Los Angeles, CA 90035-1182. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz's board certifications?
Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Neurological Surgery, Qualified Medical Examiner (QME), California Workers' Compensation. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz's education and training background?
Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz's training includes: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Facultad de Medicina, MD (1970). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in neurology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz have?
Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz has approximately 55 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified neurology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz speak?
Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Jacob W Chodakiewitz is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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