Dr. Michael G Ridgeway, DC
Chiropractic
Office Address
777 FARMERS LN, Santa Rosa, CA 95405-6701
Phone
Counties Served
Sonoma County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Michael G Ridgeway
Dr. Michael G. Ridgeway, DC, is a chiropractor practicing in Santa Rosa, CA since 1983. He operates the Back Pain, Neck Pain Headache Relief Center at 777 Farmers Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95405. Dr. Ridgeway specializes in treating neck and lower back pain, whiplash, disc conditions, sciatica, and peripheral neuropathy. He has been a Governor Appointed Qualified Medical Examiner (QME) for the State of California since 1997. He is also certified in chiropractic treatment of animals and pets (since 1997). He holds California chiropractic license #15617.
Education & Board Certifications
- Palmer College of Chiropractic (1983)
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
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 Sonoma County
Dr. Michael G Ridgeway serves workers' compensation cases in Sonoma 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 G Ridgeway evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic 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 G Ridgeway's office located?
Dr. Michael G Ridgeway's office is located at 777 FARMERS LN, Santa Rosa, CA 95405-6701. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Sonoma County.
What are Dr. Michael G Ridgeway's board certifications?
Dr. Michael G Ridgeway holds the following board certifications: QME (Qualified Medical Examiner, since 1997), Certified in Chiropractic Treatment of Animals (1997). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Michael G Ridgeway's education and training background?
Dr. Michael G Ridgeway's training includes: Palmer College of Chiropractic (1983). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Michael G Ridgeway have?
Dr. Michael G Ridgeway has approximately 43 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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