Dr. Robert Brownsberger, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
1830 HACIENDA DR 2, Vista, CA 92081
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Robert Brownsberger
Dr. Robert J. Brownsberger, MD is a board-certified interventional pain management and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist. He graduated with honors from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and served as a U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander and flight surgeon. His NPI is registered in Arizona (Flagstaff/Prescott), where he practices at Northern Arizona Pain Institutes. He may also serve California patients; his primary taxonomy is PM&R Pain Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, University of Dayton (cum laude)
- MD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (1981, with honors)
- Residency, University of Washington School of Medicine
- U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander / Flight Surgeon
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional limitations.
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. Robert Brownsberger serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare 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. Robert Brownsberger evaluate as a QME?
A Pain 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. Robert Brownsberger's office located?
Dr. Robert Brownsberger's office is located at 1830 HACIENDA DR 2, Vista, CA 92081. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Robert Brownsberger's board certifications?
Dr. Robert Brownsberger holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Robert Brownsberger's education and training background?
Dr. Robert Brownsberger's training includes: BS, University of Dayton (cum laude); MD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (1981, with honors); Residency, University of Washington School of Medicine; U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander / Flight Surgeon. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Robert Brownsberger have?
Dr. Robert Brownsberger has approximately 44 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Robert Brownsberger serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Robert Brownsberger is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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