Physician Life Care Planner

Position Overview

LCPMD is seeking a Physician Life Care Planner to develop comprehensive, medically grounded Life Care Plans and related expert reports supporting personal injury litigation. This role involves expert-level oversight of medical records, as well as forensic costing, and authorship of Life Care Plans that are evidence-based, legally defensible, and clearly articulated for legal and medical audiences.

The Physician Life Care Planner serves as a testifying expert, providing deposition and trial testimony based on comprehensive Life Care Plans and medically supported analyses. Candidates must demonstrate strong clinical acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to synthesize complex medical information into structured and supported recommendations.

Why Join LCPMD?

• Focus exclusively on your expertise—no need for business development or external marketing

• Work with a dedicated internal team that manages client communication, case logistics, and ongoing project flow

• Receive qualified case assignments with minimal administrative burden

• Enjoy remote flexibility with expert-level compensation

• Be part of a mission-driven organization that values accuracy, clarity, and objectivity in expert work 

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with active U.S. state licensure

• Life Care Planning certification (CPLCP, CLCP, or equivalent) preferred or in progress

• Strong clinical background (e.g., PM&R, Orthopedics, Neurology, Trauma, etc.)

• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills

• Experience preparing expert witness reports or performing medical record reviews

• Knowledge of cost estimation tools and fee schedules (e.g., FairHealth)

• Familiarity with Google Workspace; experience with Casefleet or Monday.com is a plus 

Responsibilities:

• Validate reviewed medical records and related documentation to synthesize diagnostic findings, treatment history, and prognostic data

• Conduct expert evaluations of injured individuals to assess future medical needs, therapeutic interventions, and long-term care requirements in accordance with evidence-based standards

• Construct detailed Life Care Plans that integrate medical findings, prognosis, and literature-based justification for all future care recommendations

• Collaborate to complete cost research for future care, services, and durable medical equipment

• Ensure consistent methodology and accuracy across plan narratives and cost projections

• Collaborate with vocational and economic experts as needed to ensure alignment across deliverables

• Participate in attorney case conferences when requested

• Provide deposition and/or trial testimony as a designated testifying expert 

Expert Role Expectations:

• Deliver objective, well-supported, and structured expert opinions

• Maintain timely communication and meet all deadlines

• Ensure ongoing licensure and relevant continuing education

• Adhere to industry standards and LCPMD internal quality protocols

• Represent LCPMD professionally in all legal and client-facing interactions

• Provide deposition and trial testimony, including occasional in-person appearances when required