Life Care Planning

Dr. Locketz is among the 1% of Life Care Planners who are physicians

What is life care planning?

Life Care Planning (LCP) is the established process of valuing long-term medical needs in cases of severe injury or illness. Dr. Locketz is a certified life care planner (CLCP), qualified to independently formulate and defend recommendations for ongoing medical care in any court setting.

A Life Care Plan attempts to answer three basic questions:

What diagnosis does the injured individual have?
What will an injured person's medical needs be in the future?
What will be the associated costs incurred for medical care over the lifetime of the individual?

Why CLCP Doctors?

The Highest Standards

Our mission is to provide unparalleled expert witness services that support the pursuit of justice. We are dedicated to providing optimal care through unbiased and scientifically sound expertise across a wide range of disciplines to assist legal professionals in building strong, credible cases. Our commitment to integrity, thoroughness, and professionalism ensures that our clients receive the highest standard of support, enabling them to present clear, compelling, and authoritative testimony in legal proceedings.

Credentials for Life Care Planning

Adam Locketz, MD is a Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP) through the International Commission on Health Care Certification (ICHCC). In a field where less than 1% of life care planners are physicians, Dr. Locketz stands out as a medical expert witness and a physician life care planner. His specialization in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) makes him uniquely qualified to address a wide range of conditions.

What Does a Life Care Plan Include?

A life care plan crafted by Dr. Locketz is a comprehensive and meticulously detailed document designed to address the long-term medical needs of individuals with severe injuries or chronic conditions. The plan is structured around three core components: facts, expert opinions, and quantifiable conclusions.

Objective Findings

Dr. Locketz begins by gathering objective findings, which may include medical records, diagnostic results, and information obtained during thorough interviews or examinations. This data is crucial for building an accurate picture of the client's current and future needs.

Expert Opinions

Drawing on his extensive experience as a physician life care planner and specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R), Dr. Locketz formulates expert opinions regarding the client's impairments, disabilities, and the likely duration of care. His insights are grounded in both medical expertise and an understanding of the client’s unique situation.

Quantitative Conclusions

The final component of the life care plan involves translating future medical requirements into monetary terms. This step ensures that all aspects of the client's care, from ongoing treatments to long-term support, are financially accounted for.

Dr. Locketz’s life care plans follow a structured sequence that adheres to the highest standards of the field. Each life care plan authored by Dr. Locketz not only meets but exceeds the professional standards set by the American Academy of Physician Life Care Planners, reflecting his commitment to delivering precise, defensible, and client-centered care planning.

Did you know that less than 1% of life care planners are physicians?

Dr. Locketz, a licensed medical doctor, is here to provide expert guidance and partner with you to secure the best possible outcome for your client. Contact us today!

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