Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2025 E NOBLE AVE STE C, Visalia, CA 93292
Phone
Counties Served
Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Ventura County, Santa Cruz County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano
Dr. Nicholas M. Caggiano is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery, practicing in San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach, CA. He is a member of Central Coast Orthopedics Medical Group with 15 years of experience.
Education & Board Certifications
- M.D., Drexel University College of Medicine (2011)
- Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Luke's University Hospital (2011-2016)
- Fellowship in Hand Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center / Harvard Medical School (2017)
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. Nicholas M Caggiano serves workers' compensation cases in Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Ventura County, Santa Cruz 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. Nicholas M Caggiano 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. Nicholas M Caggiano's office located?
Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano's office is located at 2025 E NOBLE AVE STE C, Visalia, CA 93292. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Tulare County.
What are Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano's board certifications?
Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons (ABOS), Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), Member, American Association of Hand Surgeons (AAHS). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano's education and training background?
Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano's training includes: M.D., Drexel University College of Medicine (2011); Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Luke's University Hospital (2011-2016); Fellowship in Hand Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center / Harvard Medical School (2017). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano have?
Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano has approximately 15 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. Nicholas M Caggiano serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Nicholas M Caggiano is available for QME evaluations in Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Ventura County, Santa Cruz County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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