Dr. Rocco R Calderone, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
203 W CENTRAL AVE, Lompoc, CA 93436
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Rocco R Calderone
Dr. Rocco R. Calderone is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon practicing in Camarillo, CA, with 36 years of experience. He was one of the first surgeons in Southern California to perform the Lateral Approach Interbody Fusion (XLIF) procedure.
Education & Board Certifications
- M.D., Penn State University College of Medicine (1989)
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. Rocco R Calderone serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Barbara County, Ventura 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. Rocco R Calderone 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. Rocco R Calderone's office located?
Dr. Rocco R Calderone's office is located at 203 W CENTRAL AVE, Lompoc, CA 93436. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Santa Barbara County.
What are Dr. Rocco R Calderone's board certifications?
Dr. Rocco R Calderone holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellowship Trained in Spine Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Rocco R Calderone's education and training background?
Dr. Rocco R Calderone's training includes: M.D., Penn State University College of Medicine (1989). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Rocco R Calderone have?
Dr. Rocco R Calderone has approximately 36 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. Rocco R Calderone speak?
Dr. Rocco R Calderone speaks English and Cantonese and Italian and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Rocco R Calderone serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Rocco R Calderone is available for QME evaluations in Santa Barbara County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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