Dr. Elaine S Date, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
2300 SUTTER ST STE 304, San Francisco, CA 94115
Phone
Counties Served
San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Elaine S Date
Dr. Elaine Satomi Date is a distinguished physiatrist in Redwood City, California, double board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. She served as Chief of the Division of PM&R at Stanford University School of Medicine and Residency Program Director from 1989 to 2007.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Biology (with honors) - Stanford University
- MD - The Medical College of Pennsylvania (MCP-Hahnemann)
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. Elaine S Date serves workers' compensation cases in San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara 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. Elaine S Date 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. Elaine S Date's office located?
Dr. Elaine S Date's office is located at 2300 SUTTER ST STE 304, San Francisco, CA 94115. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including San Francisco County.
What are Dr. Elaine S Date's board certifications?
Dr. Elaine S Date holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Board Certified - Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Interventional Pain Management. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Elaine S Date's education and training background?
Dr. Elaine S Date's training includes: BS in Biology (with honors) - Stanford University; MD - The Medical College of Pennsylvania (MCP-Hahnemann). 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. Elaine S Date have?
Dr. Elaine S Date has approximately 40 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. Elaine S Date serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Elaine S Date is available for QME evaluations in San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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