Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
25 N 14TH ST, San Jose, CA 95112
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss
Dr. Bruce J. Dreyfuss, MD, is a board-certified internist and rheumatologist serving San Jose and the greater Silicon Valley region. A graduate of Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School (1977), he brings over 45 years of clinical experience to QME evaluations, specializing in internal medicine and rheumatologic conditions relevant to workers' compensation claims. Dr. Dreyfuss also holds expertise in bone densitometry and maintains affiliations with Regional Medical Center of San Jose, O'Connor Hospital, and El Camino Health.
Education & Board Certifications
- Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School, MD, 1977
Languages Spoken
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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 Santa Clara County
Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Clara 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. Bruce J Dreyfuss evaluate as a QME?
A Internal Medicine 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. Bruce J Dreyfuss's office located?
Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss's office is located at 25 N 14TH ST, San Jose, CA 95112. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Santa Clara County.
What are Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss's board certifications?
Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss's education and training background?
Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss's training includes: Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School, MD, 1977. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss have?
Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss has approximately 48 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss speak?
Dr. Bruce J Dreyfuss speaks English and Vietnamese. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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