Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1711 W TEMPLE ST STE 4607, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff
Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist practicing in Poway, CA with over 30 years of experience. He treats patients across multiple Southern California locations including San Bernardino, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and Poway.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, 1992
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. Jonathan Nissanoff serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino 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. Jonathan Nissanoff 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. Jonathan Nissanoff's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff's office is located at 1711 W TEMPLE ST STE 4607, Los Angeles, CA 90026. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff's board certifications?
Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff's education and training background?
Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff's training includes: MD, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, 1992. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff have?
Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff has approximately 34 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.
What languages does Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff speak?
Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff speaks English and Spanish and Hebrew. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Jonathan Nissanoff is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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