Dr. Peter D Laimins, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M100, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Monterey County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Peter D Laimins
Dr. Peter Laimins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 35 years of experience, practicing at Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center since 1997, specializing in sports-related injuries of the knee and shoulder.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical College of Pennsylvania (MD, 1990)
- Residency in Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospital SUNY Stony Brook
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 Served Counties
Dr. Peter D Laimins serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Monterey 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 D Laimins 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 D Laimins's office located?
Dr. Peter D Laimins's office is located at 1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M100, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Peter D Laimins's board certifications?
Dr. Peter D Laimins 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. Peter D Laimins's education and training background?
Dr. Peter D Laimins's training includes: Medical College of Pennsylvania (MD, 1990); Residency in Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospital SUNY Stony Brook. 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 D Laimins have?
Dr. Peter D Laimins has approximately 35 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. Peter D Laimins speak?
Dr. Peter D Laimins speaks English and Tagalog and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Peter D Laimins serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Peter D Laimins is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Monterey County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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