Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
95 JACKSON ST, Hayward, CA 94544
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Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Merced County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko
Dr. Lucas W. Konovalenko is a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist practicing in Napa, California with Integrated Pain Management Medical Group. He graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his residency at the University of Michigan.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (2007)
- Residency - Anesthesiology, University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional limitations.
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. Lucas W Konovalenko serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Merced 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. Lucas W Konovalenko evaluate as a QME?
A Pain Medicine 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. Lucas W Konovalenko's office located?
Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko's office is located at 95 JACKSON ST, Hayward, CA 94544. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko's board certifications?
Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko holds the following board certifications: Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko's education and training background?
Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko's training includes: MD - Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (2007); Residency - Anesthesiology, University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko have?
Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko has approximately 18 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Lucas W Konovalenko is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Merced County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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