Dr. Mark Howard, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
260 MAIN ST STE A, Redwood City, CA 94063
Phone
Counties Served
San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Mark Howard
Dr. Mark W. Howard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and spine specialist in Monterey, California, with over 40 years of experience, affiliated with Monterey Spine & Joint and Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical Degree - Harvard Medical School (1985)
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 Served Counties
Dr. Mark Howard serves workers' compensation cases in San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz 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. Mark Howard 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. Mark Howard's office located?
Dr. Mark Howard's office is located at 260 MAIN ST STE A, Redwood City, CA 94063. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including San Mateo County.
What are Dr. Mark Howard's board certifications?
Dr. Mark Howard 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. Mark Howard's education and training background?
Dr. Mark Howard's training includes: Medical Degree - Harvard Medical School (1985). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Mark Howard have?
Dr. Mark Howard has approximately 41 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.
Which counties does Dr. Mark Howard serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Mark Howard is available for QME evaluations in San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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