Dr. Albert Retodo, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
24301 SOUTHLAND DR STE 613, Hayward, CA 94545
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Albert Retodo
Dr. Albert Vincent Retodo is a board-certified physiatrist practicing in Hayward, CA with over 27 years of experience. He specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is affiliated with Stanislaus Surgical Hospital.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - University of The East / Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center (1998)
- Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - ECU Health Medical Center / East Carolina University (2001-2005)
Languages Spoken
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. Albert Retodo serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco 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. Albert Retodo 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. Albert Retodo's office located?
Dr. Albert Retodo's office is located at 24301 SOUTHLAND DR STE 613, Hayward, CA 94545. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Albert Retodo's board certifications?
Dr. Albert Retodo holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Albert Retodo's education and training background?
Dr. Albert Retodo's training includes: MD - University of The East / Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center (1998); Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - ECU Health Medical Center / East Carolina University (2001-2005). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Albert Retodo have?
Dr. Albert Retodo has approximately 27 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.
What languages does Dr. Albert Retodo speak?
Dr. Albert Retodo speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Albert Retodo serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Albert Retodo is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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