Dr. Leia Rispoli, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
14600 SHERMAN WAY BLVD STE 100A, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Leia Rispoli
Dr. Leia Rispoli is a double board-certified interventional pain medicine physician and physiatrist practicing in Marina del Rey and Newport Beach, CA. She specializes in advanced neuromodulation, pelvic pain, ultrasound-guided interventional procedures, and regenerative medicine techniques including PRP and stem cell therapy.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary Medicine - Rutgers University, Cook College (2004-2008)
- MD - Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
- Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University and Weill Cornell Medical Center
- Fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine - Weill Cornell Tri-Institute Pain Fellowship (New York-Presbyterian, Memorial Sloan Kettering, Hospital for Special Surgery)
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. Leia Rispoli serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Leia Rispoli 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. Leia Rispoli's office located?
Dr. Leia Rispoli's office is located at 14600 SHERMAN WAY BLVD STE 100A, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Leia Rispoli's board certifications?
Dr. Leia Rispoli holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, Interventional Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Leia Rispoli's education and training background?
Dr. Leia Rispoli's training includes: BS in Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary Medicine - Rutgers University, Cook College (2004-2008); MD - Rutgers New Jersey Medical School; Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University and Weill Cornell Medical Center; Fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine - Weill Cornell Tri-Institute Pain Fellowship (New York-Presbyterian, Memorial Sloan Kettering, Hospital for Special Surgery). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Leia Rispoli have?
Dr. Leia Rispoli has approximately 12 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. Leia Rispoli serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Leia Rispoli is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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