Dr. Mark I Singer, MD
Otolaryngology
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Office Address
420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Fresno County, Kings County, Madera County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Mark I Singer
Dr. Mark I. Singer is an emeritus Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his surgical residency and otolaryngology fellowship at Northwestern University. Dr. Singer is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Laryngologic Association, and a Diplomate of the Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He was formerly the Division Head of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation in San Francisco. He specializes in head and neck oncology, microvascular reconstruction, and serves as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) and expert witness. He has over 50 years of experience.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (1970)
- Surgical Residency, Northwestern University
- Otolaryngology Residency/Fellowship, Northwestern University
Languages Spoken
About Otolaryngology QME Evaluations
Otolaryngology (ENT) QME evaluations assess work-related hearing loss, tinnitus, vestibular disorders, and upper airway conditions caused by workplace noise exposure or chemical inhalation. The evaluating ENT specialist determines the degree of hearing impairment and its relationship to occupational noise levels.
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. Mark I Singer serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Fresno County, Kings County, Madera 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. Mark I Singer evaluate as a QME?
A Otolaryngology 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. Mark I Singer's office located?
Dr. Mark I Singer'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. Mark I Singer's board certifications?
Dr. Mark I Singer holds the following board certifications: Diplomate - American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS), Fellow, American Laryngologic Association, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Mark I Singer's education and training background?
Dr. Mark I Singer's training includes: MD, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (1970); Surgical Residency, Northwestern University; Otolaryngology Residency/Fellowship, Northwestern University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in otolaryngology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Mark I Singer have?
Dr. Mark I Singer has approximately 55 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified otolaryngology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Mark I Singer serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Mark I Singer is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Fresno County, Kings County, Madera County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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