Dr. Peter Hahn, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2880 ATLANTIC AVE STE 250, Long Beach, CA 90806
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Peter Hahn
Dr. Peter Hahn is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Long Beach, California. He specializes in pediatric and adolescent spine/hip disorders, cerebral palsy, foot/ankle disorders, and orthopaedic trauma.
Education & Board Certifications
- Undergraduate: Neuroscience, University of California, Los Angeles
- Medical School: University of California, Irvine
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Irvine Medical Center
- Fellowship: Pediatric Orthopaedics, Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego
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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 Served Counties
Dr. Peter Hahn 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. Peter Hahn 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. Peter Hahn's office located?
Dr. Peter Hahn's office is located at 2880 ATLANTIC AVE STE 250, Long Beach, CA 90806. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Peter Hahn's board certifications?
Dr. Peter Hahn holds the following board certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Peter Hahn's education and training background?
Dr. Peter Hahn's training includes: Undergraduate: Neuroscience, University of California, Los Angeles; Medical School: University of California, Irvine; Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Irvine Medical Center; Fellowship: Pediatric Orthopaedics, Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Peter Hahn have?
Dr. Peter Hahn has approximately 12 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.
Which counties does Dr. Peter Hahn serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Peter Hahn 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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