Dr. David Char, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
1111 HOWE AVE STE 240, Sacramento, CA 95825-8500
Phone
Counties Served
Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County, El Dorado County, Sutter County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. David Char
Dr. David Char is a board-certified physiatrist practicing in Roseville, California, specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. He is affiliated with Adelberg Associates Medical Group and California Medical Evaluators, serving as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in workers' compensation cases.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Capital Medical College / Peking Union Medical College, Beijing (1983)
- PhD in Immunology - University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Residency in Pediatrics - Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center (1998-2000)
- Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (2001-2004)
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. David Char serves workers' compensation cases in Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County, El Dorado County, Sutter 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. David Char evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. David Char's office located?
Dr. David Char's office is located at 1111 HOWE AVE STE 240, Sacramento, CA 95825-8500. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Sacramento County.
What are Dr. David Char's board certifications?
Dr. David Char holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. David Char's education and training background?
Dr. David Char's training includes: MD - Capital Medical College / Peking Union Medical College, Beijing (1983); PhD in Immunology - University of Alabama at Birmingham; Residency in Pediatrics - Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center (1998-2000); Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (2001-2004). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. David Char have?
Dr. David Char has approximately 22 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. David Char serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. David Char is available for QME evaluations in Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County, El Dorado County, Sutter County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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