Dr. Scott M Porter, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
490 CHADBOURNE RD NORTH ENTRANCE SECOND FL, Fairfield, CA 94534
Phone
Counties Served
Solano County, Sacramento County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Scott M Porter
Dr. Scott McIntosh Porter, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Davis, California, with more than a decade of experience in general orthopedics, sports medicine, trauma, and complex arthroplasty. He has been on staff with Sutter Medical Group since 2014 and served as Chief of Surgery and member of the Medical Executive Committee at Sutter Davis Hospital (2020-2024). He is also co-founder and former CEO of ResQ Medical, a medical device startup.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Microbiology, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (2001, Summa Cum Laude)
- MD, University of California, Davis School of Medicine (2009)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Davis (2009-2014)
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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 Served Counties
Dr. Scott M Porter serves workers' compensation cases in Solano County, Sacramento 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. Scott M Porter 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. Scott M Porter's office located?
Dr. Scott M Porter's office is located at 490 CHADBOURNE RD NORTH ENTRANCE SECOND FL, Fairfield, CA 94534. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Solano County.
What are Dr. Scott M Porter's board certifications?
Dr. Scott M Porter holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Scott M Porter's education and training background?
Dr. Scott M Porter's training includes: BS, Microbiology, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (2001, Summa Cum Laude); MD, University of California, Davis School of Medicine (2009); Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Davis (2009-2014). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Scott M Porter have?
Dr. Scott M Porter has approximately 16 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. Scott M Porter serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Scott M Porter is available for QME evaluations in Solano County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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