Dr. Ricardo F Castro, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
5801 S FIGUEROA, Los Angeles, CA 90003
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Ricardo F Castro
Dr. Ricardo F. Castro, DC, is a chiropractic occupational medicine specialist in Long Beach, CA, with additional offices in La Mirada, Irwindale, and other locations. He has 28 years of experience and specializes in occupational medicine, hip pain, lower back pain, and neck pain. He is accepting new patients.
Education & Board Certifications
- Southern California University of Health Sciences (1997)
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
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. Ricardo F Castro serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern 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. Ricardo F Castro evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic 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. Ricardo F Castro's office located?
Dr. Ricardo F Castro's office is located at 5801 S FIGUEROA, Los Angeles, CA 90003. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What is Dr. Ricardo F Castro's education and training background?
Dr. Ricardo F Castro's training includes: Southern California University of Health Sciences (1997). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ricardo F Castro have?
Dr. Ricardo F Castro has approximately 29 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Ricardo F Castro speak?
Dr. Ricardo F Castro speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Ricardo F Castro serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ricardo F Castro is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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