Dr. Ben Shwachman, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
3377 LONG BEACH BLVD, Long Beach, CA 90807
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Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ben Shwachman
Dr. Ben Shwachman is a board-certified anesthesiologist specializing in interventional pain medicine, practicing in the greater Los Angeles area. He has over 20 years of experience and offers a range of treatments including nerve blocks, epidural injections, and regenerative therapies.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago
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. Ben Shwachman 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. Ben Shwachman 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. Ben Shwachman's office located?
Dr. Ben Shwachman's office is located at 3377 LONG BEACH BLVD, Long Beach, CA 90807. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Ben Shwachman's board certifications?
Dr. Ben Shwachman holds the following board certifications: Anesthesiology, 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. Ben Shwachman's education and training background?
Dr. Ben Shwachman's training includes: MD - University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ben Shwachman have?
Dr. Ben Shwachman has approximately 20 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. Ben Shwachman serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ben Shwachman 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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