Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce, MD
Neurology
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Office Address
1043 ELM AVE STE 409, Long Beach, CA 90813
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce
Dr. Vincent Fortanasce is a board-certified neurologist and psychiatrist with over 55 years of clinical experience, practicing at the Fortanasce-Purino Neurology Center in Arcadia, California. He is a recognized authority on Alzheimer's disease prevention and a published author, providing QME and workers' compensation neurological evaluations in the San Gabriel Valley and greater Los Angeles region. Dr. Fortanasce is affiliated with USC Arcadia Hospital and Montclair Hospital Medical Center.
Education & Board Certifications
- Universita Degli Studi Di Padova, Scuola Di Medicina E Chirurgia (MD, 1970)
Languages Spoken
About Neurology QME Evaluations
Neurology QME evaluations assess work-related neurological injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, peripheral neuropathy, and nerve compression syndromes. The evaluating neurologist reviews medical records, performs a clinical examination, and provides opinions on causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment.
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. Vincent M Fortanasce serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Vincent M Fortanasce evaluate as a QME?
A Neurology 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. Vincent M Fortanasce's office located?
Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce's office is located at 1043 ELM AVE STE 409, Long Beach, CA 90813. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce's board certifications?
Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Neurology (ABPN), Board Certified - Psychiatry (ABPN). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce's education and training background?
Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce's training includes: Universita Degli Studi Di Padova, Scuola Di Medicina E Chirurgia (MD, 1970). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in neurology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce have?
Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce has approximately 55 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified neurology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce speak?
Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce speaks English and Spanish and Italian. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Vincent M Fortanasce is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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