Dr. Richard D Kahmann, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2324 BATH ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-4330
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Counties Served
Santa Barbara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Richard D Kahmann
Dr. Richard Kahmann is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon at Santa Barbara Orthopedic Associates, specializing in degenerative and traumatic conditions of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. He has been a leading partner at the practice since 1989 and is an expert in scoliosis and spine deformity surgery.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA (1982)
- Internship: Surgery, University of California San Diego
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California Los Angeles
- Fellowship: John H. Moe Spine Fellowship, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
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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 Santa Barbara County
Dr. Richard D Kahmann serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Barbara 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. Richard D Kahmann 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. Richard D Kahmann's office located?
Dr. Richard D Kahmann's office is located at 2324 BATH ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-4330. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Santa Barbara County.
What are Dr. Richard D Kahmann's board certifications?
Dr. Richard D Kahmann holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty: Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Richard D Kahmann's education and training background?
Dr. Richard D Kahmann's training includes: Medical School: David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA (1982); Internship: Surgery, University of California San Diego; Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California Los Angeles; Fellowship: John H. Moe Spine Fellowship, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Richard D Kahmann have?
Dr. Richard D Kahmann has approximately 44 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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