Dr. Mark D Bernhard, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
1122 CORPORATE WAY STE 300, Sacramento, CA 95831
Phone
Counties Served
Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Mark D Bernhard
Dr. Mark Douglas Bernhard, DO, is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine specialist in Pasadena, CA with over 45 years of experience. He is a sole proprietor affiliated with PIH Health Hospital Whittier. He is multilingual, speaking English, Spanish, Hebrew, and Tagalog.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (1978)
- Residency, Los Angeles County - USC Medical Center
Languages Spoken
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Mark D Bernhard serves workers' compensation cases in Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced 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. Mark D Bernhard evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Mark D Bernhard's office located?
Dr. Mark D Bernhard's office is located at 1122 CORPORATE WAY STE 300, Sacramento, CA 95831. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Sacramento County.
What are Dr. Mark D Bernhard's board certifications?
Dr. Mark D Bernhard holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Mark D Bernhard's education and training background?
Dr. Mark D Bernhard's training includes: DO, Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (1978); Residency, Los Angeles County - USC Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Mark D Bernhard have?
Dr. Mark D Bernhard has approximately 47 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Mark D Bernhard speak?
Dr. Mark D Bernhard speaks English and Spanish and Hebrew and Tagalog. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Mark D Bernhard serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Mark D Bernhard is available for QME evaluations in Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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