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Dr. Martin J Backman, MD

Neurology

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Office Address

902 NORTH GRAND AVE STE 100A, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Counties Served

Orange County

Credential

MD — QME Certified

About Dr. Martin J Backman

Dr. Martin J. Backman is a board-certified neurologist practicing in Fountain Valley and Huntington Beach, California, with over 20 years of general neurology experience in Orange County. He also serves as an Expert Medical Reviewer for the California Medical Board, evaluating physicians with potential quality of care issues.

Education & Board Certifications

  • MD (Honors), National University of Buenos Aires, Faculty of Medical Sciences (1976)
  • Internal Medicine Residency, Military Hospital, Buenos Aires (4 years)
  • Neurology Residency, State University of New York at Buffalo (4 years, board certified 1994)
Neurology

Hospital & Practice Affiliations

  • Backman Neurology (Principal)
  • MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center
  • Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center

Areas of Specialization

Alzheimer's Disease Dementia Parkinson's Disease Epilepsy ALS General Neurology

Languages Spoken

English Spanish Vietnamese

About Neurology QME Evaluations

Neurology QME evaluations assess work-related neurological injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, peripheral neuropathy, and nerve compression syndromes. The evaluating neurologist reviews medical records, performs a clinical examination, and provides opinions on causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment.

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 Orange County

Dr. Martin J Backman serves workers' compensation cases in Orange 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. Martin J Backman evaluate as a QME?

As a Neurology QME, Dr. Martin J Backman evaluates workers' compensation cases involving alzheimer's disease, dementia, parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and related conditions. Each evaluation includes a comprehensive record review, clinical examination, and a detailed report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides 5th Edition (2001).

Where is Dr. Martin J Backman's office located?

Dr. Martin J Backman's office is located at 902 NORTH GRAND AVE STE 100A, Santa Ana, CA 92701. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Orange County.

What are Dr. Martin J Backman's board certifications?

Dr. Martin J Backman holds the following board certifications: Neurology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.

What is Dr. Martin J Backman's education and training background?

Dr. Martin J Backman's training includes: MD (Honors), National University of Buenos Aires, Faculty of Medical Sciences (1976); Internal Medicine Residency, Military Hospital, Buenos Aires (4 years); Neurology Residency, State University of New York at Buffalo (4 years, board certified 1994). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in neurology workers' compensation cases.

How many years of experience does Dr. Martin J Backman have?

Dr. Martin J Backman has approximately 31 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified neurology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.

What languages does Dr. Martin J Backman speak?

Dr. Martin J Backman speaks English and Spanish and Vietnamese. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.

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