Dr. Brian R Baar, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
7625 MESA COLLEGE DR ST 315, San Diego, CA 92111
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Riverside County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Brian R Baar
Dr. Brian Richard Baar, DC, QME, is a chiropractor in San Diego and Chula Vista, CA, and owner/president/CEO of Baar Chiropractic APC. He earned his BS in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Physiology in 2007 and graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida campus in 2011. He uses evidence-based care to treat musculoskeletal complaints such as headaches, back pain, neck pain, and arm and leg pain. He has extensive experience working with athletes across CrossFit, football, baseball, swimming, golf, MMA, special forces, and more, and specializes in car accident and work-related injuries.
Education & Board Certifications
- Exercise Science with emphasis in Physiology (BS, 2007)
- Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida (DC, 2011)
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. Brian R Baar serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Riverside 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. Brian R Baar 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. Brian R Baar's office located?
Dr. Brian R Baar's office is located at 7625 MESA COLLEGE DR ST 315, San Diego, CA 92111. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Brian R Baar's board certifications?
Dr. Brian R Baar holds the following board certifications: Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), State of California. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Brian R Baar's education and training background?
Dr. Brian R Baar's training includes: Exercise Science with emphasis in Physiology (BS, 2007); Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida (DC, 2011). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Brian R Baar have?
Dr. Brian R Baar has approximately 15 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. Brian R Baar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Brian R Baar is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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