Dr. Ronald Wolfson, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Office Address
3432 HILL CREST AVE STE 200, Antioch, CA 94531
Phone
Counties Served
Contra Costa County, Sonoma County, Napa County, Sacramento County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ronald Wolfson
Dr. Ronald B. Wolfson, M.D. is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Novato, California with over 60 years of experience. He is a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon with vast experience in orthopedic reconstruction surgery, joint replacement, and orthopedic and sports trauma. He was one of the first orthopedic surgeons to implement the Direct Anterior Approach for hip replacement surgery. He has served as a full-time faculty member and Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California. He is well known in the California workers' compensation industry for providing credible medical-legal evaluations, specializing in spine, upper extremity, and lower extremity complex cases. He is a published author who co-authored the book 'Orthopedics in Disasters.' He practices at locations in Novato, San Francisco, Sacramento, and Napa.
Education & Board Certifications
- M.D., University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1963
- Fellowship, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
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. Ronald Wolfson serves workers' compensation cases in Contra Costa County, Sonoma County, Napa County, Sacramento 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. Ronald Wolfson 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. Ronald Wolfson's office located?
Dr. Ronald Wolfson's office is located at 3432 HILL CREST AVE STE 200, Antioch, CA 94531. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Contra Costa County.
What are Dr. Ronald Wolfson's board certifications?
Dr. Ronald Wolfson holds the following board certifications: 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. Ronald Wolfson's education and training background?
Dr. Ronald Wolfson's training includes: M.D., University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1963; Fellowship, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ronald Wolfson have?
Dr. Ronald Wolfson has approximately 62 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. Ronald Wolfson serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ronald Wolfson is available for QME evaluations in Contra Costa County, Sonoma County, Napa County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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