Dr. Mark J Spoonamore, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
4800 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90011
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Mark J Spoonamore
Dr. Mark J. Spoonamore is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and Medical Director of the USC Spine Center in Los Angeles. He specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, complex revision spine surgery, spine tumors, spine trauma, and spinal deformity (scoliosis/kyphosis) surgery, with a significant interest in pediatric spinal disorders. He received the prestigious Russell Hibbs Award for Best Clinical Science Presentation from the Scoliosis Research Society.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- MD, University of Illinois at Chicago
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
- Fellowship, Spinal Surgery, University of Southern California Medical Center
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Mark J Spoonamore serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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 J Spoonamore 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. Mark J Spoonamore's office located?
Dr. Mark J Spoonamore's office is located at 4800 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90011. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Mark J Spoonamore's board certifications?
Dr. Mark J Spoonamore holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Mark J Spoonamore's education and training background?
Dr. Mark J Spoonamore's training includes: BS, Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; MD, University of Illinois at Chicago; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics; Fellowship, Spinal Surgery, University of Southern California Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Mark J Spoonamore have?
Dr. Mark J Spoonamore has approximately 25 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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