Dr. Walter A Thomas, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
321 N LARCHMONT BLVD STE 523, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Walter A Thomas
Dr. Walter A. Thomas, MD is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in San Diego, California, specializing in sports medicine and general orthopedics. He has extensive sports medicine experience, having served as orthopedic consultant for Team USA Water Polo, associate team physician for the San Diego Padres Baseball Club, San Diego Thunder, San Diego State Football Club, San Diego Gulls Hockey Club, and San Diego State Women's Soccer Club.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Business Administration, Pacific Union College
- MD, Loma Linda University (1997)
- Internship, Residency, and Chief Residency, Loma Linda University
- Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship, University of California, San Diego
Languages Spoken
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 Served Counties
Dr. Walter A Thomas serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Kern 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. Walter A Thomas 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. Walter A Thomas's office located?
Dr. Walter A Thomas's office is located at 321 N LARCHMONT BLVD STE 523, Los Angeles, CA 90004. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Walter A Thomas's board certifications?
Dr. Walter A Thomas holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Walter A Thomas's education and training background?
Dr. Walter A Thomas's training includes: BS, Business Administration, Pacific Union College; MD, Loma Linda University (1997); Internship, Residency, and Chief Residency, Loma Linda University; Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship, University of California, San Diego. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Walter A Thomas have?
Dr. Walter A Thomas has approximately 28 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.
Which counties does Dr. Walter A Thomas serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Walter A Thomas is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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