Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
480 4TH AVE STE 501, Chula Vista, CA 91910-4414
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield
Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in total joint replacement and lower extremity reconstructive surgery, with particular expertise in primary total hip and knee replacement. He practices in the San Diego area and is affiliated with Scripps Health.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Arizona Medical College (1988)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Kansas
- Joint Replacement Fellowship, Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation
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 San Diego County
Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego 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. A. Lyle Rosenfield 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. A. Lyle Rosenfield's office located?
Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield's office is located at 480 4TH AVE STE 501, Chula Vista, CA 91910-4414. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Diego County.
What are Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield's board certifications?
Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (certified 1996). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield's education and training background?
Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield's training includes: MD, University of Arizona Medical College (1988); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Kansas; Joint Replacement Fellowship, Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield have?
Dr. A. Lyle Rosenfield has approximately 37 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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