Dr. Lawrence Feiwell, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
6700 INDIANA AVE STE 145, Riverside, CA 92506
Phone
Counties Served
Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Lawrence Feiwell
Dr. Lawrence A. Feiwell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in Los Alamitos, California, with over 40 years of experience specializing in foot and ankle surgery, knee arthroscopy, and general orthopaedics.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School (1985)
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Southern California (5 years)
- Fellowship: Foot and Ankle Surgery, UCLA
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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 Riverside County
Dr. Lawrence Feiwell serves workers' compensation cases in 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. Lawrence Feiwell 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. Lawrence Feiwell's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Feiwell's office is located at 6700 INDIANA AVE STE 145, Riverside, CA 92506. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Riverside County.
What are Dr. Lawrence Feiwell's board certifications?
Dr. Lawrence Feiwell 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. Lawrence Feiwell's education and training background?
Dr. Lawrence Feiwell's training includes: Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School (1985); Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Southern California (5 years); Fellowship: Foot and Ankle Surgery, UCLA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lawrence Feiwell have?
Dr. Lawrence Feiwell has approximately 40 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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