Dr. Marcel Fraix, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
12777 W JEFFERSON BLVD BLDG D STE 300 PLAYA VISTA, Los Angeles, CA 90066
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Marcel Fraix
Dr. Marcel Fraix is a board-certified physiatrist and Professor/Department Chair of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in Pomona, CA. He also holds an Executive Healthcare MBA from UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (FAAPMR) and a California QME. He has served as an expert witness since 2012, specializing in musculoskeletal medicine, spine disorders, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury. He practices in Pomona and La Quinta, CA.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (2003)
- MBA, University of California Irvine, Paul Merage School of Business
- Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, UC Davis Medical Center (2004-2007, Co-Chief Resident 2006-2007)
- Fellowship, Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Downey Regional Medical Center
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Marcel Fraix serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Marcel Fraix evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Marcel Fraix's office located?
Dr. Marcel Fraix's office is located at 12777 W JEFFERSON BLVD BLDG D STE 300 PLAYA VISTA, Los Angeles, CA 90066. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Marcel Fraix's board certifications?
Dr. Marcel Fraix holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Fellow, American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (FAAPMR), Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Marcel Fraix's education and training background?
Dr. Marcel Fraix's training includes: DO, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (2003); MBA, University of California Irvine, Paul Merage School of Business; Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, UC Davis Medical Center (2004-2007, Co-Chief Resident 2006-2007); Fellowship, Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Downey Regional Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Marcel Fraix have?
Dr. Marcel Fraix has approximately 23 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Marcel Fraix serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Marcel Fraix is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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