Dr. Frederick Close, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
3200 4TH AVE STE 100, San Diego, CA 92103-5716
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Frederick Close
Dr. Frederick W. Close is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon based in La Mesa, California, with over 60 years of medical experience. He is a sole proprietor practicing general orthopaedic surgery in the San Diego area with San Diego Orthopaedic Associates Medical Group.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine (1964)
- Internship: Transitional Year, Grand Rapids Medical Education/Michigan State University (1964-1965)
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Fort Wayne Medical Education (1968-1971)
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 San Diego County
Dr. Frederick Close serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego 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. Frederick Close 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. Frederick Close's office located?
Dr. Frederick Close's office is located at 3200 4TH AVE STE 100, San Diego, CA 92103-5716. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Diego County.
What are Dr. Frederick Close's board certifications?
Dr. Frederick Close 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. Frederick Close's education and training background?
Dr. Frederick Close's training includes: Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine (1964); Internship: Transitional Year, Grand Rapids Medical Education/Michigan State University (1964-1965); Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Fort Wayne Medical Education (1968-1971). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Frederick Close have?
Dr. Frederick Close has approximately 61 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.
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