Dr. Beth Bathgate, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
3444 KEARNY VILLA RD STE 401, San Diego, CA 92123
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Sacramento County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Beth Bathgate
Dr. Beth Bathgate (also known as Beth Bathgate Wheeler) is an orthopedic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience in medical-legal evaluations for California workers' compensation claims. She graduated from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in 1982. She performs Agreed Medical Evaluations (AME) and Qualified Medical Evaluations (QME) in the San Diego and Sacramento areas.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (1982)
About Orthopaedic Surgery QME Evaluations
Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluations address musculoskeletal injuries arising from workplace accidents, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. The evaluating orthopaedic surgeon assesses fractures, joint damage, spinal disorders, and soft-tissue injuries to determine causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides.
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. Beth Bathgate serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Sacramento 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. Beth Bathgate evaluate as a QME?
A Orthopaedic Surgery 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. Beth Bathgate's office located?
Dr. Beth Bathgate's office is located at 3444 KEARNY VILLA RD STE 401, San Diego, CA 92123. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Beth Bathgate's board certifications?
Dr. Beth Bathgate holds the following board certifications: Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), California. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Beth Bathgate's education and training background?
Dr. Beth Bathgate's training includes: MD, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (1982). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Beth Bathgate have?
Dr. Beth Bathgate has approximately 44 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified orthopaedic surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Beth Bathgate serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Beth Bathgate is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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