Dr. Rajan M Patel, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
8712 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Rajan M Patel
Dr. Rajan M. Patel is an Ivy League-trained, dual board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine doctor at Patel Orthopedics in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, California. With approximately 20 years of private practice experience, he specializes in minimally invasive procedures for knee, shoulder, and hip conditions, as well as fracture management and adult reconstruction. He grew up in Orange County, California, and offers advanced treatments including regenerative stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.A. with Honors, Molecular Cell Biology (Cell Development), University of California, Berkeley
- M.D., Cornell Medical College (Weill Cornell Medicine), New York City
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Albert Einstein / Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York
- Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction
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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. Rajan M Patel 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. Rajan M Patel 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. Rajan M Patel's office located?
Dr. Rajan M Patel's office is located at 8712 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1, Beverly Hills, CA 90211. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Rajan M Patel's board certifications?
Dr. Rajan M Patel holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified, Sports Medicine, Subspecialty, Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Rajan M Patel's education and training background?
Dr. Rajan M Patel's training includes: B.A. with Honors, Molecular Cell Biology (Cell Development), University of California, Berkeley; M.D., Cornell Medical College (Weill Cornell Medicine), New York City; Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, Albert Einstein / Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York; Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Rajan M Patel have?
Dr. Rajan M Patel has approximately 20 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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