Dr. Galen S Kam, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1221 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 105, Sacramento, CA 95816
Phone
Counties Served
Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County, Butte County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Galen S Kam
Dr. Galen Kam is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery, practicing in Redding, CA at Shasta Orthopaedics. He is one of only a few members in the Northern California region of the prestigious American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) and has served as an assistant professor at the University of Las Vegas Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine (2001)
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, USC/LA General Medical Center
- Fellowship: Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
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. Galen S Kam serves workers' compensation cases in Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County, Butte 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. Galen S Kam 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. Galen S Kam's office located?
Dr. Galen S Kam's office is located at 1221 ALHAMBRA BLVD STE 105, Sacramento, CA 95816. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Sacramento County.
What are Dr. Galen S Kam's board certifications?
Dr. Galen S Kam 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. Galen S Kam's education and training background?
Dr. Galen S Kam's training includes: Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine (2001); Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, USC/LA General Medical Center; Fellowship: Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Galen S Kam have?
Dr. Galen S Kam has approximately 25 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. Galen S Kam serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Galen S Kam is available for QME evaluations in Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County, Butte County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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