Dr. Craig M Boulris, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
13847 E 14TH ST STE STE 201, San Leandro, CA 94578
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Craig M Boulris
Dr. Craig M. Boulris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing at Kaiser Permanente in Walnut Creek, California, with over 34 years of experience. He specializes in sports medicine arthroscopy, shoulder and knee reconstructive and replacement surgery, and general hand and trauma surgery.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (1991)
Languages Spoken
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. Craig M Boulris serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano 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. Craig M Boulris 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. Craig M Boulris's office located?
Dr. Craig M Boulris's office is located at 13847 E 14TH ST STE STE 201, San Leandro, CA 94578. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Craig M Boulris's board certifications?
Dr. Craig M Boulris holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Craig M Boulris's education and training background?
Dr. Craig M Boulris's training includes: Medical School: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (1991). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Craig M Boulris have?
Dr. Craig M Boulris has approximately 34 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.
What languages does Dr. Craig M Boulris speak?
Dr. Craig M Boulris speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Craig M Boulris serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Craig M Boulris is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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