Dr. Joseph A Sclafani, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Mateo County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Joseph A Sclafani
Dr. Joseph Sclafani is a double board-certified physician in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and a designated QME. He trained at top institutions including UCSD, Georgetown University, the NIH, and Stanford, and practices at Birch Pain & Spine Group.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS - University of California, Los Angeles (Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa)
- MD - University of California, San Diego
- General Surgery Internship - University of California, San Diego
- PM&R Residency - Georgetown University/National Rehabilitation Network
- PM&R Research - National Institutes of Health
- Clinical Spine Fellowship - Spine Institute of San Diego
- Interventional Pain Management Fellowship - Stanford University
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. Joseph A Sclafani serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Mateo County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin 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. Joseph A Sclafani 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. Joseph A Sclafani's office located?
Dr. Joseph A Sclafani's office is located at 420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Joseph A Sclafani's board certifications?
Dr. Joseph A Sclafani holds the following board certifications: Pain Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Joseph A Sclafani's education and training background?
Dr. Joseph A Sclafani's training includes: BS - University of California, Los Angeles (Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa); MD - University of California, San Diego; General Surgery Internship - University of California, San Diego; PM&R Residency - Georgetown University/National Rehabilitation Network; PM&R Research - National Institutes of Health; Clinical Spine Fellowship - Spine Institute of San Diego; Interventional Pain Management Fellowship - Stanford University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Joseph A Sclafani have?
Dr. Joseph A Sclafani has approximately 14 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. Joseph A Sclafani serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Joseph A Sclafani is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Mateo County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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