Dr. Seymour Levine, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
322 N LA BREA AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Seymour Levine
Dr. Seymour Levine is a board-certified internal medicine and rheumatology physician and Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) practicing in Los Angeles, California with over 55 years of clinical experience. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his rheumatology fellowship at UCLA, where he has served as Clinical Professor of Medicine in the Department of Rheumatology. Dr. Levine has maintained a private rheumatology practice in Beverly Hills since 1974 and provides expert medicolegal consulting and workers' compensation evaluations for musculoskeletal and autoimmune conditions throughout Los Angeles.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA, Biological Sciences, Rutgers University (1960-1964)
- MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (1964-1968)
- Internship, Straight Medicine, Johns Hopkins Hospital (1968-1969)
- Residency, Straight Medicine, Johns Hopkins Hospital (1969-1970)
- Fellowship, Rheumatology, UCLA (1972-1974)
Languages Spoken
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. Seymour Levine serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern 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. Seymour Levine evaluate as a QME?
A Internal 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. Seymour Levine's office located?
Dr. Seymour Levine's office is located at 322 N LA BREA AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90036. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Seymour Levine's board certifications?
Dr. Seymour Levine holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Seymour Levine's education and training background?
Dr. Seymour Levine's training includes: BA, Biological Sciences, Rutgers University (1960-1964); MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (1964-1968); Internship, Straight Medicine, Johns Hopkins Hospital (1968-1969); Residency, Straight Medicine, Johns Hopkins Hospital (1969-1970); Fellowship, Rheumatology, UCLA (1972-1974). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Seymour Levine have?
Dr. Seymour Levine has approximately 57 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Seymour Levine speak?
Dr. Seymour Levine speaks English and German. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Seymour Levine serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Seymour Levine is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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