Dr. Paul H Castello, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2342 PROFESSIONAL PKWY STE 200, Santa Maria, CA 93455-1690
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Barbara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Paul H Castello
Dr. Paul H. Castello is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Central Coast Orthopedics Medical Group in Santa Maria, CA, with over 37 years of experience specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine surgery, and hand and wrist surgery.
Education & Board Certifications
- Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (MD, 1989)
- Residency: Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery
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 Santa Barbara County
Dr. Paul H Castello serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Barbara 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. Paul H Castello 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. Paul H Castello's office located?
Dr. Paul H Castello's office is located at 2342 PROFESSIONAL PKWY STE 200, Santa Maria, CA 93455-1690. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Santa Barbara County.
What are Dr. Paul H Castello's board certifications?
Dr. Paul H Castello holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Paul H Castello's education and training background?
Dr. Paul H Castello's training includes: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (MD, 1989); Residency: Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Paul H Castello have?
Dr. Paul H Castello has approximately 37 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. Paul H Castello speak?
Dr. Paul H Castello speaks English and German and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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