Dr. Lisa M Deforest, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
10405 SAN DIEGO MISSION RD 106, San Diego, CA 92108
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Riverside County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Lisa M Deforest
Dr. Lisa Marie DeForest, DC is a chiropractor practicing at 41660 Ivy St, Suite B, Murrieta, CA 92562. She operates DeForest Chiropractic and has over 29 years of experience. She graduated in 1996. Note: input listed San Diego but NPI and web sources place her in Murrieta/Hemet area (Riverside County).
Education & Board Certifications
- Chiropractic Degree (1996)
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 Served Counties
Dr. Lisa M Deforest serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Riverside 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. Lisa M Deforest 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. Lisa M Deforest's office located?
Dr. Lisa M Deforest's office is located at 10405 SAN DIEGO MISSION RD 106, San Diego, CA 92108. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Diego County.
What is Dr. Lisa M Deforest's education and training background?
Dr. Lisa M Deforest's training includes: Chiropractic Degree (1996). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lisa M Deforest have?
Dr. Lisa M Deforest has approximately 30 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.
Which counties does Dr. Lisa M Deforest serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Lisa M Deforest is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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