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Dr. James Mortensen
PT, DPT

Providing objective, evidence-based expert opinions for plaintiff and defense counsel throughout the United States.

Certifications & Credentials

Professional Standing & Clinical Expertise

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Advanced clinical specialization in evidence-based rehabilitation and medical necessity review.

Regional Clinical Leadership

Overseeing multiple outpatient rehabilitation clinics with a focus on vestibular and neurologic care.

National Medical Education

Guest lecturer and national instructor for rehabilitation professionals and healthcare programs.

Core Expert Witness Services

Standard of Care Reviews

Comprehensive evaluations of clinical protocols and treatment plans to determine if they meet established medical standards for physical therapy.

Medical Necessity Reviews

Objective analysis of clinical documentation to verify that prescribed physical therapy services are medically necessary and directly related to the patient's condition.

Utilization Review

Evidence-based assessment of physical therapy service utilization to ensure appropriate frequency, duration, and intensity of care.

Billing Analysis

Verification of physical therapy billing codes and documentation to ensure compliance with payer requirements and medical necessity standards.

Cost Projections

Independent estimation of future physical therapy care requirements and associated costs for long-term rehabilitation planning.

Independent Record Review

Thorough examination of medical records and clinical documentation to provide an unbiased perspective on the patient's rehabilitation history.

Areas of Clinical Expertise

Vestibular Rehabilitation

Expert analysis of balance disorders, dizziness, and vertigo management protocols.

Concussion & mTBI Management

Comprehensive evaluation of post-concussion syndrome and return-to-activity protocols.

Neurologic Rehabilitation

Expert opinion on complex neurological conditions requiring specialized physical therapy.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Standard of care review for musculoskeletal injuries and surgical recovery phases.

PHYSICAL THERAPY EXPERT WITNESS • STANDARD OF CARE • MEDICAL NECESSITY • UTILIZATION REVIEW • VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION • CONCUSSION REHABILITATION • NEUROLOGIC REHABILITATION • FUTURE CARE COST ANALYSIS • INDEPENDENT RECORD REVIEW • EXPERT REPORTS • DEPOSITIONS • TRIAL TESTIMONY •

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