Dr. David W Baum, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
3760 CONVOY ST STE 111, San Diego, CA 92111
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Orange County, Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern County, Monterey County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. David W Baum
Dr. David W. Baum, MD, is a physician listed as a Qualified Medical Evaluator in internal medicine serving the San Diego region of California. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and has over 35 years of experience in clinical medicine. Dr. Baum provides workers' compensation medical evaluations in the San Diego area, drawing on his extensive medical background to deliver thorough and objective assessments for injured workers and employers.
Education & Board Certifications
- New York Medical College, MD
Languages Spoken
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. David W Baum serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Orange County, Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern County, Monterey 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. David W Baum evaluate as a QME?
A Internal Medicine 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. David W Baum's office located?
Dr. David W Baum's office is located at 3760 CONVOY ST STE 111, San Diego, CA 92111. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. David W Baum's board certifications?
Dr. David W Baum holds the following board certifications: Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. David W Baum's education and training background?
Dr. David W Baum's training includes: New York Medical College, MD. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. David W Baum have?
Dr. David W Baum has approximately 39 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. David W Baum serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. David W Baum is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Orange County, Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern County, Monterey County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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