Dr. Steven W Meier, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
8641 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 212, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Steven W Meier
Dr. Steven Meier is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and regenerative medicine specialist in Beverly Hills, CA, with over 30 years of experience. He is the founder and director of Meier Orthopedic Sports Medicine, recognized as a Los Angeles Magazine 'Super Doctor' for multiple consecutive years.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS - Biology, Elmhurst College (1989)
- MD - Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (1993)
- Internship - General Surgery, Northwestern University School of Medicine (1994)
- Residency - Orthopedic Surgery, Northwestern University School of Medicine (1998)
- Fellowship - Shoulder, Knee, Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine, UC San Diego / Southern California Permanente Medical Group
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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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Steven W Meier 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. Steven W Meier 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. Steven W Meier's office located?
Dr. Steven W Meier's office is located at 8641 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 212, Beverly Hills, CA 90211. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Steven W Meier's board certifications?
Dr. Steven W Meier holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), International Cartilage Repair Society (ICRS). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Steven W Meier's education and training background?
Dr. Steven W Meier's training includes: BS - Biology, Elmhurst College (1989); MD - Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (1993); Internship - General Surgery, Northwestern University School of Medicine (1994); Residency - Orthopedic Surgery, Northwestern University School of Medicine (1998); Fellowship - Shoulder, Knee, Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine, UC San Diego / Southern California Permanente Medical Group. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Steven W Meier have?
Dr. Steven W Meier has approximately 32 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.
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