Dr. Barth B Riedel, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
1701 N MAIN ST STE 101, Santa Ana, CA 92706
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Counties Served
Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Barth B Riedel
Dr. Barth B. Riedel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery. He practices in Pomona and Loma Linda, CA, and has 21 years of experience. He holds dual board certifications in orthopaedic surgery and surgery of the hand.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Loma Linda University School of Medicine
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Loma Linda University Health
- Hand & Upper Extremity Fellowship, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
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. Barth B Riedel serves workers' compensation cases in Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside 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. Barth B Riedel 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. Barth B Riedel's office located?
Dr. Barth B Riedel's office is located at 1701 N MAIN ST STE 101, Santa Ana, CA 92706. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Orange County.
What are Dr. Barth B Riedel's board certifications?
Dr. Barth B Riedel holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery, Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgery of the Hand, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Barth B Riedel's education and training background?
Dr. Barth B Riedel's training includes: MD, Loma Linda University School of Medicine; Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Loma Linda University Health; Hand & Upper Extremity Fellowship, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Barth B Riedel have?
Dr. Barth B Riedel has approximately 21 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. Barth B Riedel serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Barth B Riedel is available for QME evaluations in Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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