Dr. David K Padgett, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
14000 E 14TH ST, San Leandro, CA 94578
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Santa Clara County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. David K Padgett
Dr. David K. Padgett is a physiatrist with over 41 years of experience in inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient physical medicine/pain management. After completing his residency at Stanford University, he served a four-year active duty tour with the U.S. Navy at the Naval Hospital in Oakland. He has maintained a private practice in rehabilitation and pain management since 1992. He is a former President of the American Osteopathic College of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and served as a clinical instructor at Touro University (2007-2011). He is a California QME.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Biology, Erskine College
- DO, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, A.T. Still University (1984)
- Internship, Phoenix General Hospital
- Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Stanford University (1988)
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. David K Padgett serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Santa Clara 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. David K Padgett evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. David K Padgett's office located?
Dr. David K Padgett's office is located at 14000 E 14TH ST, San Leandro, CA 94578. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. David K Padgett's board certifications?
Dr. David K Padgett holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Diplomate, National Board of Examiners for Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, Pain Medicine subspecialty, Sports Medicine subspecialty, Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. David K Padgett's education and training background?
Dr. David K Padgett's training includes: BS, Biology, Erskine College; DO, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, A.T. Still University (1984); Internship, Phoenix General Hospital; Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Stanford University (1988). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. David K Padgett have?
Dr. David K Padgett has approximately 41 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. David K Padgett serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. David K Padgett is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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