Dr. Tracey Didinger, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
12610 S WESTERN AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90047
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Tracey Didinger
Dr. Tracey Didinger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in Los Angeles specializing in sports medicine, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, and shoulder replacement surgery. She previously served as assistant team physician for the NHL Colorado Avalanche and University of Colorado Athletics.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center
- Fellowship: Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of Colorado Boulder
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Tracey Didinger serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. Tracey Didinger 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. Tracey Didinger's office located?
Dr. Tracey Didinger's office is located at 12610 S WESTERN AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90047. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Tracey Didinger's board certifications?
Dr. Tracey Didinger holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAOOS), Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Tracey Didinger's education and training background?
Dr. Tracey Didinger's training includes: Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University; Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center; Fellowship: Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of Colorado Boulder. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Tracey Didinger have?
Dr. Tracey Didinger has approximately 12 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.
What languages does Dr. Tracey Didinger speak?
Dr. Tracey Didinger speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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