Dr. Lars R Newsome, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
1233 CAMINO DEL RIO S STE 283, San Diego, CA 92108
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Lars R Newsome
Dr. Lars Newsome is a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist practicing in San Diego, CA. He has been named a Top Doctor by San Diego Magazine's Physicians of Exceptional Excellence survey 18 out of the last 20 years, and specializes in interventional spine and pain treatment.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.A., Columbia University, New York
- M.D. (with honors), Indiana University School of Medicine
- Residency and Fellowship in Anesthesiology, Emory University
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional limitations.
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. Lars R Newsome serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Santa Clara 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. Lars R Newsome evaluate as a QME?
A Pain 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. Lars R Newsome's office located?
Dr. Lars R Newsome's office is located at 1233 CAMINO DEL RIO S STE 283, San Diego, CA 92108. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Lars R Newsome's board certifications?
Dr. Lars R Newsome holds the following board certifications: Pain Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Anesthesiology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Lars R Newsome's education and training background?
Dr. Lars R Newsome's training includes: B.A., Columbia University, New York; M.D. (with honors), Indiana University School of Medicine; Residency and Fellowship in Anesthesiology, Emory University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lars R Newsome have?
Dr. Lars R Newsome has approximately 20 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Lars R Newsome serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Lars R Newsome is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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