Dr. Joseph Tessler, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
3022 W AVE L, Lancaster, CA 93536
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Kern County, Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Ventura County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Joseph Tessler
Dr. Joseph Tan Tessler, DO, is a physiatrist and brain injury medicine specialist based in Riverside, CA. He serves as Clinical Medical Director at the Anaheim Clinic for Institutes of Health. He specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation with subspecialty expertise in brain injury medicine and chronic pain management.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (Class of 2018)
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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 Tessler serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Kern County, Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Ventura 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 Tessler evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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 Tessler's office located?
Dr. Joseph Tessler's office is located at 3022 W AVE L, Lancaster, CA 93536. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Joseph Tessler's board certifications?
Dr. Joseph Tessler holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Brain Injury Medicine subspecialty. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Joseph Tessler's education and training background?
Dr. Joseph Tessler's training includes: DO, Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (Class of 2018). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Joseph Tessler have?
Dr. Joseph Tessler has approximately 7 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Joseph Tessler serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Joseph Tessler is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Kern County, Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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