Dr. Michael C Post, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
6203 SAN IGNACIO AVE STE 110, San Jose, CA 95119
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Clara County, San Luis Obispo County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Michael C Post
Dr. Michael Post is a pain medicine and physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist practicing in Los Gatos, CA, with over 35 years of medical experience. He graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical University and maintains offices in Los Gatos, Salinas, and Gilroy.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine (1989)
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional limitations.
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. Michael C Post serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Clara County, San Luis Obispo 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. Michael C Post evaluate as a QME?
A Pain Medicine 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. Michael C Post's office located?
Dr. Michael C Post's office is located at 6203 SAN IGNACIO AVE STE 110, San Jose, CA 95119. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Santa Clara County.
What are Dr. Michael C Post's board certifications?
Dr. Michael C Post holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Board Certified - Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Michael C Post's education and training background?
Dr. Michael C Post's training includes: MD - State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine (1989). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Michael C Post have?
Dr. Michael C Post has approximately 36 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Michael C Post serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Michael C Post is available for QME evaluations in Santa Clara County, San Luis Obispo County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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