Dr. Cynthia M Mathis, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
8930 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 200, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Cynthia M Mathis
Dr. Cynthia Mathis is a UCLA-trained board-certified physiatrist and QME, serving as Clinical Chief for the Department of PM&R at Cedars-Sinai, where she has been on medical staff for over 25 years. She is Co-Chair of BLOOM, a Cedars-Sinai resource group supporting Black women managers and physicians.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Drexel University College of Medicine (1992)
- Residency, PM&R, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center/VA Greater Los Angeles (1993-1996)
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Cynthia M Mathis serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. Cynthia M Mathis 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. Cynthia M Mathis's office located?
Dr. Cynthia M Mathis's office is located at 8930 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 200, Los Angeles, CA 90045. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Cynthia M Mathis's board certifications?
Dr. Cynthia M Mathis holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Qualified Medical Evaluator. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Cynthia M Mathis's education and training background?
Dr. Cynthia M Mathis's training includes: MD, Drexel University College of Medicine (1992); Residency, PM&R, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center/VA Greater Los Angeles (1993-1996). 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. Cynthia M Mathis have?
Dr. Cynthia M Mathis has approximately 30 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.
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