Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
10700 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 309, West Los Angeles, CA 90025
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Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta
Dr. Natasha E. Trentacosta is a pediatric and adult sports medicine-trained orthopedic surgeon based in Santa Monica, California. She specializes in the prevention and treatment of sports-related and traumatic injuries for athletes of all ages and competition levels, utilizing non-operative treatment options such as physical therapy and regenerative medicine as well as operative interventions. She is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai and Providence Saint John's Health Center.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Neuroscience, Brown University
- MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Montefiore Medical Center
- Adult Sports Medicine Fellowship, Santa Monica Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Group
- Pediatric Sports Medicine Fellowship, Boston Children's Hospital
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. Natasha E Trentacosta serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Natasha E Trentacosta 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. Natasha E Trentacosta's office located?
Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta's office is located at 10700 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 309, West Los Angeles, CA 90025. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta's board certifications?
Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta's education and training background?
Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta's training includes: BS in Neuroscience, Brown University; MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine; Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Montefiore Medical Center; Adult Sports Medicine Fellowship, Santa Monica Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Group; Pediatric Sports Medicine Fellowship, Boston Children's Hospital. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta have?
Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta has approximately 14 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. Natasha E Trentacosta serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Natasha E Trentacosta is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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