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The AME Edge with Dr Paul Wakim

The AME Edge with Dr Paul Wakim

著者： Dr. Paul Wakim
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Dr. Paul Wakim, a board‑certified orthopedic surgeon with 50 years’ experience and over 5,000 AME/QME evaluations, reveals how expertly prepared Agreed Medical Examiner reports cut claim costs and cycle time. His insights are essential for workers comp attorneys and insurance adjusters aiming for fewer depositions, more accurate impairment ratings, and faster settlements.

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  • Stop the Hemorrhage: How An Orthopedic AME Cuts Claim Costs

    Stop the Hemorrhage: How An Orthopedic AME Cuts Claim Costs
    2025/08/07

    Episode Summary
    Dr. Paul Wakim, board‑certified orthopedic surgeon with 50 years’ experience and 5,000 + AME/QME evaluations, explains how an **Agreed Medical Examiner (AME)** report can cut claim costs and close files faster than a standard QME. Ideal listening for workers’‑comp attorneys and insurance adjusters seeking fewer depositions, tighter impairment ratings, and quicker settlements.

    Key Takeaways
    • 00:00 – 02:30 Why AME > QME for dispute resolution
    • 02:31 – 04:45 Seven‑day report turnaround & < 5 % deposition rate
    • 04:46 – 06:55 Cost math: 25 % higher exam fee vs. months of indemnity savings
    • 06:56 – 08:15 Aggravation vs. exacerbation—getting apportionment right
    • 08:16 – 09:43 How to schedule an exam with Dr. Wakim

    What’s In It For You
    • Cut indemnity spend: AME stops ongoing TTD payments by resolving claims quickly.
    • Bullet‑proof reports: < 5 % deposition rate thanks to complete, unbiased evaluations.
    • Accurate apportionment: Clear separation of prior injuries from current impairment.
    • Fast file closure: Seven‑day delivery when records are supplied at exam.

    Featured Guest
    Dr. Paul Wakim, M.D.—board‑certified orthopedic surgeon; 5,000 + AME/QME evaluations; serving Huntington Beach, Long Beach, Riverside, Santa Ana & Anaheim.

    Connect / Schedule
    Call: 714‑841‑5333

    Keywords
    Orthopedic AME, California workers’ comp, Agreed Medical Examiner, AME vs QME, Impairment rating, Apportionment, Insurance Adjuster Cost Containment, Workers Compensation Lawyer Podcast.

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