Dr. Cranford L Scott, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
612 E MANCHESTER AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90001-3631
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Cranford L Scott
Dr. Cranford L. Scott, MD, QME, is a board-certified internal medicine physician with over 55 years of clinical experience serving the Los Angeles and Inglewood communities. A California Qualified Medical Evaluator, Dr. Scott provides comprehensive medical-legal evaluations for workers' compensation cases in the greater Los Angeles area, with expertise in health maintenance, cardiopulmonary management, diabetes, and toxic exposure. He is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine at USC, a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Memphis State University, 1964
- MD, University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine, 1968
- Internship, Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center
Languages Spoken
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. Cranford L Scott serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Cranford L Scott evaluate as a QME?
A Internal 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. Cranford L Scott's office located?
Dr. Cranford L Scott's office is located at 612 E MANCHESTER AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90001-3631. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Cranford L Scott's board certifications?
Dr. Cranford L Scott holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine, Fellow, American College of Physicians, Specialist in Clinical Hypertension, American Society of Hypertension, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) - State of California. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Cranford L Scott's education and training background?
Dr. Cranford L Scott's training includes: BS, Memphis State University, 1964; MD, University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine, 1968; Internship, Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center; Residency in Internal Medicine, Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Cranford L Scott have?
Dr. Cranford L Scott has approximately 57 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Cranford L Scott serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Cranford L Scott is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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