Dr. Kelly M Francis, MD
Surgery
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Office Address
16501 VENTURA BLVD STE 400, Encino, CA 91436
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Kelly M Francis
Dr. Kelly Mero Francis is a board-certified general surgeon practicing in Fountain Valley and the greater Los Angeles area, including West Covina. She graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1994 and completed her surgical residency and fellowship at Tulane University Department of Surgery. She currently serves as Chief of the Department of Surgery at Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Tulane University School of Medicine (1994)
- Surgical Residency, Tulane University Department of Surgery
- Fellowship, Tulane University Department of Surgery
Hospital & Practice Affiliations
- MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center
- Chapman Global Medical Center
- Southern California Orthopedic and Rehab Specialists (SCORS)
Areas of Specialization
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About Surgery QME Evaluations
General Surgery QME evaluations assess post-surgical outcomes and complications from workplace injuries requiring surgical intervention, including abdominal trauma, hernia repair, and vascular injuries. The evaluating surgeon determines whether surgical outcomes are consistent with the industrial injury and rates residual 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. Kelly M Francis serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern 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. Kelly M Francis evaluate as a QME?
As a Surgery QME, Dr. Kelly M Francis evaluates workers' compensation cases involving general surgery, bariatric surgery, laparoscopic surgery, hernia surgery. Each evaluation includes a comprehensive record review, clinical examination, and a detailed report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides 5th Edition (2001).
Where is Dr. Kelly M Francis's office located?
Dr. Kelly M Francis's office is located at 16501 VENTURA BLVD STE 400, Encino, CA 91436. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Kelly M Francis's board certifications?
Dr. Kelly M Francis holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, General Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Kelly M Francis's education and training background?
Dr. Kelly M Francis's training includes: MD, Tulane University School of Medicine (1994); Surgical Residency, Tulane University Department of Surgery; Fellowship, Tulane University Department of Surgery. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Kelly M Francis have?
Dr. Kelly M Francis has approximately 32 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Kelly M Francis serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Kelly M Francis is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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