Dr. Moshe Wilker, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
11980 SAN VICENTE BLVD STE 114, Los Angeles, CA 90049-6602
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Fresno County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Moshe Wilker
Dr. Moshe Wilker, M.D. is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery, practicing in Los Angeles, California. He operates the Wilker Orthopedic & Spine Institute with multiple locations across California including Brentwood (Los Angeles), Fresno, Rancho Cucamonga, Glendale, Pico Rivera, and San Bernardino. He graduated with honors from the University of Miami and earned his medical degree from SUNY. He is also licensed in New York.
Education & Board Certifications
- B.S., University of Miami (graduated with honors)
- M.D., State University of New York (SUNY)
- Internship and Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, New York
- Fellowship, Spine Surgery, Spine Group Beverly Hills, California
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. Moshe Wilker serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Fresno 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. Moshe Wilker 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. Moshe Wilker's office located?
Dr. Moshe Wilker's office is located at 11980 SAN VICENTE BLVD STE 114, Los Angeles, CA 90049-6602. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Moshe Wilker's board certifications?
Dr. Moshe Wilker holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty: Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Moshe Wilker's education and training background?
Dr. Moshe Wilker's training includes: B.S., University of Miami (graduated with honors); M.D., State University of New York (SUNY); Internship and Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, New York; Fellowship, Spine Surgery, Spine Group Beverly Hills, California. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Moshe Wilker have?
Dr. Moshe Wilker has approximately 23 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.
What languages does Dr. Moshe Wilker speak?
Dr. Moshe Wilker speaks English and Spanish and Hebrew. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Moshe Wilker serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Moshe Wilker is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Fresno County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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