Dr. Nathan B Pliam, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2650 CAMINO DEL RIO NORTH STE 203, San Diego, CA 92108
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Nathan B Pliam
Dr. Nathan B. Pliam, MD, PhD, QME, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Diamond Bar, California, with over 40 years of experience. He is also an endocrine physiologist and venture capital investor, serving as a Venture Partner at Bay City Capital and director of Nevro Corporation. He is available for QME, AME, and IME evaluations throughout California. Licensed in California, New York, and Connecticut.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA, German Literature, University of California, Berkeley
- PhD, University of California, San Francisco
- MD, Dartmouth Medical School (1985)
- Internship, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California San Francisco (1985-1986)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University (1987-1991)
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. Nathan B Pliam serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern 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. Nathan B Pliam 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. Nathan B Pliam's office located?
Dr. Nathan B Pliam's office is located at 2650 CAMINO DEL RIO NORTH STE 203, San Diego, CA 92108. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Nathan B Pliam's board certifications?
Dr. Nathan B Pliam holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Nathan B Pliam's education and training background?
Dr. Nathan B Pliam's training includes: BA, German Literature, University of California, Berkeley; PhD, University of California, San Francisco; MD, Dartmouth Medical School (1985); Internship, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California San Francisco (1985-1986); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University (1987-1991). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Nathan B Pliam have?
Dr. Nathan B Pliam has approximately 40 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.
What languages does Dr. Nathan B Pliam speak?
Dr. Nathan B Pliam speaks English and German. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Nathan B Pliam serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Nathan B Pliam is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Sacramento County, Fresno County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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