Dr. William R Hale, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1902 ROYALTY DR STE 190, Pomona, CA 91767
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. William R Hale
Dr. William R. Hale is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Pomona, California. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1963 and has extensive training including residencies at LA County-USC Medical Center and Johns Hopkins.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine (1963)
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, LA County-USC Medical Center
- Residency: General Surgery, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- Residency: General Practice, Tulare County General Hospital
Languages Spoken
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. William R Hale serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. William R Hale 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. William R Hale's office located?
Dr. William R Hale's office is located at 1902 ROYALTY DR STE 190, Pomona, CA 91767. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. William R Hale's board certifications?
Dr. William R Hale holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. William R Hale's education and training background?
Dr. William R Hale's training includes: Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine (1963); Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, LA County-USC Medical Center; Residency: General Surgery, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center; Residency: General Practice, Tulare County General Hospital. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. William R Hale have?
Dr. William R Hale has approximately 60 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.
What languages does Dr. William R Hale speak?
Dr. William R Hale speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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