Dr. Charles J Martin, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
142 CARMELITO AVE, Monterey, CA 93940-4502
Phone
Counties Served
Monterey County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Charles J Martin
Dr. Charles J. Martin, B.A., D.C., D.A.C.A.N. has been in continuous private practice in Monterey, CA since 1977. He is a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Academy of Neurology and a founding member of the Chiropractic Neurological Society (since 1993). He is a Fellow of the Gonstead Clinical Studies Society with over 46 years in Gonstead Practice. He co-authored "The Visceral and Autonomic Nerve System" in Chiropractic Pediatrics (Williams and Wilkins Publishers, 1995). His practice, Martin Chiropractic Center, is at 142 Carmelito Ave, Monterey.
Education & Board Certifications
- Palmer College of Chiropractic (1976)
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
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 Monterey County
Dr. Charles J Martin serves workers' compensation cases in Monterey 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. Charles J Martin evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic 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. Charles J Martin's office located?
Dr. Charles J Martin's office is located at 142 CARMELITO AVE, Monterey, CA 93940-4502. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Monterey County.
What are Dr. Charles J Martin's board certifications?
Dr. Charles J Martin holds the following board certifications: D.A.C.A.N. (Diplomate, American Chiropractic Academy of Neurology), Fellow, Gonstead Clinical Studies Society, Chiropractic Neurological Society (Founding Member). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Charles J Martin's education and training background?
Dr. Charles J Martin's training includes: Palmer College of Chiropractic (1976). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Charles J Martin have?
Dr. Charles J Martin has approximately 49 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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