Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
14126 SHERMAN WAY, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Santa Clara County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii
Hand and upper extremity surgeon in Van Nuys/Los Angeles, CA. MD from UCSF (1997). Fellowship at Columbia University. CAQ in Hand Surgery and Sports Medicine. Affiliated with Cedars-Sinai.
Education & Board Certifications
- UCSF (MD, 1997)
- Columbia University (Hand Surgery Fellowship)
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. Raymond B Raven Iii serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Santa Clara County, Kern 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. Raymond B Raven Iii 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. Raymond B Raven Iii's office located?
Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii's office is located at 14126 SHERMAN WAY, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii's board certifications?
Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii holds the following board certifications: MD, Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgery, CAQ Hand Surgery, CAQ Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii's education and training background?
Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii's training includes: UCSF (MD, 1997); Columbia University (Hand Surgery Fellowship). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii have?
Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii has approximately 28 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. Raymond B Raven Iii serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Raymond B Raven Iii is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Santa Clara County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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