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Richard S. Kleiman, M.D., F.A.A.O.S, F.A.C.S.
954.755.9049
Expert Medical Evaluations - Specializing In Orthopaedic Surgery
Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs)
Dr. Kleiman has conducted numerous Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) and chart reviews for various
insurance companies, corporations, and attorneys. He is Board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and has a
long clinical experience in this practice. These clinical skills along with knowledge of the literature,
as well as workers compensation and disability systems make him uniquely qualified to produce superior and
influential reports. Dr. Kleiman's reports are timely, objective and detailed. Moreover, they yield scientific,
objective, consistent and most importantly, convincing opinions.
Record and chart reviews
Causation analyses
Fitness for duty evaluations
Disability evaluations
Special expertise in orthopaedic related cases
Orthopaedic Malpractice Evaluations for Attorneys (Plaintiff and Defense)
Prior to proceeding with a costly investigation, attorneys may contact Dr. Kleiman to review and analyze
pertinent medical records. Dr. Kleiman will determine the medical merit of the case by using his own knowledge
and experience, reviewing current medical literature, and by consulting with other medical professionals
currently practicing orthopaedics. In addition, Dr. Kleiman will prepare the attorney for a deposition or trial
by helping the attorney to understand the complex medical issues involved in the case.
Initial review of medical records to advise attorney of medical merit of case
Expert analysis for deviations from standard medical practices
Definition of the appropriate standards of care
Client or witness interviews (in conjunction with attorney)
Assistance in attorney preparation for trial from medical standpoint
Development of appropriate questions to be used in a deposition or trial
Medical Disability Evaluations
Dr. Kleiman will conduct an independent medical exam (IME) that will objectively answer a caseworker's or
attorney's specific questions regarding the patient's medical history. It is not a comprehensive medical
examination to assess all aspects of the patient's general health. The patient will not be provided with advice,
opinions, or treatment. Dr. Kleiman will provide an evaluation of physiologic or anatomic function to help
objectively determine whether a person may return to work, what work restrictions may be needed, and whether a
person has reached maximal medical improvement.
Thorough and impartial assessments
Impairment rating
Functional capacity exam
Peer Review
Dr. Kleiman will partner with your health care organization to provide quality, unbiased peer review to quickly
resolve complex care management problems while preserving the integrity of patient care. His peer review will
resolve standard of practice questions and omit internal conflict, helping you to reach the right decisions
while reducing legal risk.
Review of health care organization's sentinel events or overall quality
Review of physician-specific quality events
Review of single medical record or many medical records
Medical Records Review
Dr. Kleiman will conduct a medical records review to deliver a thorough understanding of the medical aspect of a
case. The process of collecting, analyzing and reviewing medical records by an independent medical consultant is
a time saving factor for the attorney and his staff. A medical records review pinpoints the medical issues of a
case and defines the complex health questions which are foreign to most attorneys. Dr. Kleiman will manage:
Collection and organization of medical records
Chronology of medical treatment
Extensive research
Explanation of the issues of the case
Opinion Letter
Dr. Kleiman will provide opinion letters for medical records he has reviewed, with option of a written summary
report detailing his findings and conclusions. If Dr. Kleiman finds merit to the case, he is already on-board to
provide whatever additional litigation support is necessary
Opinion letter addresses appropriate and relevant standards of care
Opinion letter addresses departures from standards of care
Opinion letter reviews approximate cause relationships
Utilization Management
Dr. Kleiman will assist with utilization management procedures for organizations according to established
criteria or guidelines. Utilization management may address such issues as discharge planning, concurrent
planning, pre-certification, clinical case appeals, concurrent clinical reviews and peer reviews, and appeals
introduced by the provider or patient.
Evaluation of the appropriateness, medical need and efficiency of health care services procedures and
facilities
Focus on proactive procedures and processes according to established criteria or guidelines
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