Dr. Stuart Fischer, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
3530 ATLANTIC BLVD STE 101, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Stuart Fischer
Dr. Stuart Fischer, MD, FACC, FACP, FSCAI, CCDS, is a board-certified internist, cardiologist, and interventional cardiologist practicing in Los Alamitos and Long Beach, California. A graduate of Weill Cornell Medical College (1979), he co-founded Los Alamitos Cardiovascular in 1985 and brings over 45 years of clinical experience. Dr. Fischer provides QME evaluations for workers' compensation cases in the Long Beach and greater Los Angeles area, with particular expertise in cardiovascular conditions related to occupational health.
Education & Board Certifications
- Weill Cornell Medical College, MD, 1979
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 Served Counties
Dr. Stuart Fischer serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino 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. Stuart Fischer 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. Stuart Fischer's office located?
Dr. Stuart Fischer's office is located at 3530 ATLANTIC BLVD STE 101, Long Beach, CA 90807. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Stuart Fischer's board certifications?
Dr. Stuart Fischer holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Stuart Fischer's education and training background?
Dr. Stuart Fischer's training includes: Weill Cornell Medical College, MD, 1979. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Stuart Fischer have?
Dr. Stuart Fischer has approximately 46 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. Stuart Fischer speak?
Dr. Stuart Fischer speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Stuart Fischer serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Stuart Fischer is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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