Dr. Tamara N Huff, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1155 THIRD ST STE 130, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Tamara N Huff
Dr. Tamara Huff is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and founder of Vigeo Orthopedics, practicing in Sonora, CA. She is a Fellow of AAOS and AAHKS, a California QME, and holds an MBA from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, with a mission to increase musculoskeletal care access in underserved communities.
Education & Board Certifications
- Undergraduate: University of Georgia (honors, History and African American Studies)
- Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University (2009)
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Ochsner Clinic, New Orleans, LA
- MBA: Duke University Fuqua School of Business (2022)
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. Tamara N Huff serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer 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. Tamara N Huff 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. Tamara N Huff's office located?
Dr. Tamara N Huff's office is located at 1155 THIRD ST STE 130, Oakland, CA 94607. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Tamara N Huff's board certifications?
Dr. Tamara N Huff holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (certified through 2036), Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS), Fellow, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (FAAHKS), Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), State of California. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Tamara N Huff's education and training background?
Dr. Tamara N Huff's training includes: Undergraduate: University of Georgia (honors, History and African American Studies); Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University (2009); Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Ochsner Clinic, New Orleans, LA; MBA: Duke University Fuqua School of Business (2022). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Tamara N Huff have?
Dr. Tamara N Huff has approximately 17 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. Tamara N Huff serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Tamara N Huff is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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