Dr. Janet P Lord, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
80 GRAND AVE STE 810, Oakland, CA 94612
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Janet P Lord
Dr. Janet Lord is a physiatrist in Berkeley, California with dual board certification in Pediatrics and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. She maintained a private practice in Berkeley from 1996 to 2020 and has served as a Qualified Medical Evaluator since 1998.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA, Oberlin College (1972)
- MD, Albany Medical College
- Pediatric Residency, Children's Hospital Medical Center, Oakland (1978-1981)
- PM&R Residency, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose (1981-1983)
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Janet P Lord serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus 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. Janet P Lord evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Janet P Lord's office located?
Dr. Janet P Lord's office is located at 80 GRAND AVE STE 810, Oakland, CA 94612. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Janet P Lord's board certifications?
Dr. Janet P Lord holds the following board certifications: National Board of Medical Examiners (1979), American Board of Pediatrics (1983), American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (1985), Qualified Medical Evaluator (since 1998). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Janet P Lord's education and training background?
Dr. Janet P Lord's training includes: BA, Oberlin College (1972); MD, Albany Medical College; Pediatric Residency, Children's Hospital Medical Center, Oakland (1978-1981); PM&R Residency, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose (1981-1983). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Janet P Lord have?
Dr. Janet P Lord has approximately 42 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Janet P Lord serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Janet P Lord is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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