Dr. Augustine Amerigo, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
164 WEST HOSPITALITY LN STE 8, San Bernardino, CA 92408
Phone
Counties Served
San Bernardino County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Augustine Amerigo
Dr. Augustine J. Amerigo I is a Doctor of Chiropractic and Qualified Medical Examiner (QME) practicing in San Bernardino, California with over 49 years of experience. A 1976 honors graduate of New York Chiropractic College, he is the Inland Empire's leading spine and joint specialist providing diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. He has been designated as an expert consultant by the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners and is certified as an expert witness in BCE peer review matters. He was originally appointed as a QME in 1992.
Education & Board Certifications
- Doctor of Chiropractic (Honors, 1976), New York Chiropractic College
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 San Bernardino County
Dr. Augustine Amerigo serves workers' compensation cases in San Bernardino 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. Augustine Amerigo 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. Augustine Amerigo's office located?
Dr. Augustine Amerigo's office is located at 164 WEST HOSPITALITY LN STE 8, San Bernardino, CA 92408. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Bernardino County.
What are Dr. Augustine Amerigo's board certifications?
Dr. Augustine Amerigo holds the following board certifications: Doctor of Chiropractic (DC), Qualified Medical Examiner (QME), Expert Consultant, California Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Certified Expert Witness, BCE Peer Review. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Augustine Amerigo's education and training background?
Dr. Augustine Amerigo's training includes: Doctor of Chiropractic (Honors, 1976), New York Chiropractic College. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Augustine Amerigo have?
Dr. Augustine Amerigo has approximately 49 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.
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