Dr. Seth H Criner, DO
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
820 S AKERS ST STE 220, Visalia, CA 93277
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Counties Served
Tulare County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Seth H Criner
Dr. Seth Hall Criner is a board-eligible orthopedic surgeon specializing in orthopedic trauma surgery, hip and knee replacement, and sports medicine in Visalia, CA. He runs Criner Orthopedics and also works with The Bone Surgeons group. He has presented research and instructional lectures at numerous orthopedic conferences and has been recognized by peers for excellence in authoring orthopedic research articles.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Animal Physiology and Neuroscience, University of California, San Diego (2004)
- MS, Biology, University of California, San Diego (2005)
- DO, Western University of Health Sciences (2010)
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center (2010-2015)
- Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship, University of New Mexico School of Medicine (2015-2016)
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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 Tulare County
Dr. Seth H Criner serves workers' compensation cases in Tulare 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. Seth H Criner 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. Seth H Criner's office located?
Dr. Seth H Criner's office is located at 820 S AKERS ST STE 220, Visalia, CA 93277. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Tulare County.
What are Dr. Seth H Criner's board certifications?
Dr. Seth H Criner holds the following board certifications: Board Eligible, Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty: Orthopaedic Trauma, Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Member, Orthopedic Trauma Association. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Seth H Criner's education and training background?
Dr. Seth H Criner's training includes: BS, Animal Physiology and Neuroscience, University of California, San Diego (2004); MS, Biology, University of California, San Diego (2005); DO, Western University of Health Sciences (2010); Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center (2010-2015); Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship, University of New Mexico School of Medicine (2015-2016). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Seth H Criner have?
Dr. Seth H Criner has approximately 16 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.
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