Dr. Joseph R Ambrose, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
2525 RAILROAD AVE, Pittsburg, CA 94565-5223
Phone
Counties Served
Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Sutter County, Shasta County, Butte County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Joseph R Ambrose
Dr. Joseph R. Ambrose is a Doctor of Chiropractic and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC, MSN) with over 40 years of experience. He has managed approximately 12,000 spinal trauma cases and has served as an IME consultant since 1991. He has served on staff at MD Stat Urgent Care Centers and Sacramento Occupational Medical Group, and held leadership roles as a Board Examiner for the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners.
Education & Board Certifications
- Doctor of Chiropractic, Life Chiropractic College West (graduated 1986)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner), United States University
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Served Counties
Dr. Joseph R Ambrose serves workers' compensation cases in Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Sutter County, Shasta County, Butte County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Joseph R Ambrose evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Joseph R Ambrose's office located?
Dr. Joseph R Ambrose's office is located at 2525 RAILROAD AVE, Pittsburg, CA 94565-5223. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 10 California counties including Contra Costa County.
What are Dr. Joseph R Ambrose's board certifications?
Dr. Joseph R Ambrose holds the following board certifications: Doctor of Chiropractic (DC), Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified (FNP-BC), Qualified Medical Examiner (QME), Agreed Medical Examiner (AME), Independent Medical Examiner (IME), SIBTF Evaluator, Advanced Certification in Whiplash Injuries, Certification in Manipulation Under Anesthesia, Industrial Disability Evaluator. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Joseph R Ambrose's education and training background?
Dr. Joseph R Ambrose's training includes: Doctor of Chiropractic, Life Chiropractic College West (graduated 1986); Master of Science in Nursing (MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner), United States University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Joseph R Ambrose have?
Dr. Joseph R Ambrose has approximately 39 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Joseph R Ambrose serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Joseph R Ambrose is available for QME evaluations in Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Sutter County, Shasta County, Butte County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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