Dr. Lisa M Pitino, DO
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
1751 W ROMNEYA DR STE I, Anaheim, CA 92801
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, Placer County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Lisa M Pitino
Dr. Lisa M.M. Pitino, DO, is a Pain Medicine specialist practicing in Santa Ana, CA with over 20 years of experience. She is affiliated with St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group and Providence. She specializes in comprehensive musculoskeletal rehabilitation and pain management, treating neck, back, and joint problems. She is skilled in electrodiagnostic testing and performing pain-relieving injections.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2003)
- Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Fellowship, Pain Management, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Languages Spoken
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. Lisa M Pitino serves workers' compensation cases in Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, Placer 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. Lisa M Pitino 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. Lisa M Pitino's office located?
Dr. Lisa M Pitino's office is located at 1751 W ROMNEYA DR STE I, Anaheim, CA 92801. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 8 California counties including Orange County.
What are Dr. Lisa M Pitino's board certifications?
Dr. Lisa M Pitino holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Pain Medicine, Board Certified, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Lisa M Pitino's education and training background?
Dr. Lisa M Pitino's training includes: DO, Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2003); Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; Fellowship, Pain Management, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lisa M Pitino have?
Dr. Lisa M Pitino has approximately 23 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. Lisa M Pitino serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Lisa M Pitino is available for QME evaluations in Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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