Dr. Richard G Leff, MD
Urology
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Office Address
10 CONGRESS ST STE 509, Pasadena, CA 91105
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Kern County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Richard G Leff
Dr. Richard G. Leff is a board-certified urologist practicing in the San Fernando Valley, California, since 1979. Born in New York City, he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Qualified Medical Evaluator. He is on the teaching staff at USC and serves as an expert reviewer for the California Medical Board. He has specialty training in pediatric urology and renal transplantation.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, University of California, Los Angeles
- MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1974
- Internship and Residency, Surgery, Harbor General Hospital
- Residency, Urology, University of California, Davis (specialty training in pediatric urology and renal transplantation)
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About Urology QME Evaluations
Urology QME evaluations address work-related urological conditions including kidney injuries, bladder dysfunction, and reproductive system damage resulting from workplace trauma or chemical exposures. The evaluating urologist assesses urinary and reproductive function and determines occupational causation.
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. Richard G Leff serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Kern County, Ventura 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. Richard G Leff evaluate as a QME?
A Urology 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. Richard G Leff's office located?
Dr. Richard G Leff's office is located at 10 CONGRESS ST STE 509, Pasadena, CA 91105. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Richard G Leff's board certifications?
Dr. Richard G Leff holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Urology, Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS), Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Richard G Leff's education and training background?
Dr. Richard G Leff's training includes: BS, University of California, Los Angeles; MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1974; Internship and Residency, Surgery, Harbor General Hospital; Residency, Urology, University of California, Davis (specialty training in pediatric urology and renal transplantation). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in urology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Richard G Leff have?
Dr. Richard G Leff has approximately 47 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified urology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Richard G Leff serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Richard G Leff is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Kern County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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