Dr. Steven Nagelberg, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
10800 PARAMOUNT BLVD STE 204A, Downey, CA 90241-3317
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Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Steven Nagelberg
Dr. Steven Nagelberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in Downey, CA with over 45 years of experience, specializing in orthopedic spine surgery and legal medicine. He is affiliated with PIH Health Downey Hospital and maintains a practice at Paramount Blvd in Downey.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Mount Sinai School of Medicine of City University of New York (1979)
- Residency - Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (1979-1981)
- Residency - Orthopaedic Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (1981-1984)
- Residency - Orthopaedic Surgery, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (1984-1985)
Languages Spoken
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 Served Counties
Dr. Steven Nagelberg serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. Steven Nagelberg 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 Nagelberg's office located?
Dr. Steven Nagelberg's office is located at 10800 PARAMOUNT BLVD STE 204A, Downey, CA 90241-3317. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Steven Nagelberg's board certifications?
Dr. Steven Nagelberg holds the following board certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Steven Nagelberg's education and training background?
Dr. Steven Nagelberg's training includes: MD - Mount Sinai School of Medicine of City University of New York (1979); Residency - Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (1979-1981); Residency - Orthopaedic Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (1981-1984); Residency - Orthopaedic Surgery, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (1984-1985). 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 Nagelberg have?
Dr. Steven Nagelberg has approximately 46 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.
Which counties does Dr. Steven Nagelberg serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Steven Nagelberg is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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