Dr. Aaron Coppelson, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
3320 S HILL ST, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Aaron Coppelson
Dr. Aaron Coppelson is a board-certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist practicing in the Encino area of Los Angeles, California. He specializes in pain management, non-surgical orthopedics, and neurology, and serves as a QME for workers' compensation cases across California.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - New York Medical College (1999)
- Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - UCLA
- Clinical Training - Rancho Los Amigos and Cedars-Sinai Hospitals
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Aaron Coppelson serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern 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. Aaron Coppelson evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Aaron Coppelson's office located?
Dr. Aaron Coppelson's office is located at 3320 S HILL ST, Los Angeles, CA 90007. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Aaron Coppelson's board certifications?
Dr. Aaron Coppelson holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Management, Non-Surgical Orthopedics, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Aaron Coppelson's education and training background?
Dr. Aaron Coppelson's training includes: MD - New York Medical College (1999); Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - UCLA; Clinical Training - Rancho Los Amigos and Cedars-Sinai Hospitals. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Aaron Coppelson have?
Dr. Aaron Coppelson has approximately 26 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Aaron Coppelson serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Aaron Coppelson is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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