Dr. Adam W Rives, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
2323 DE LA VINA STE 201, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Counties Served
Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Adam W Rives
Dr. Adam W. Rives is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He practices in Santa Barbara, Solvang, and Oxnard, CA at Associated Hand Surgeons.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS (Honors), Bates College
- MD, Tulane University School of Medicine
- Orthopedic Surgery Residency, University of Missouri, Kansas City
- Fellowship in Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery, University of California, San Francisco (with Dr. Lisa Lattanza)
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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. Adam W Rives serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Barbara County, Ventura 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. Adam W Rives 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. Adam W Rives's office located?
Dr. Adam W Rives's office is located at 2323 DE LA VINA STE 201, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Santa Barbara County.
What are Dr. Adam W Rives's board certifications?
Dr. Adam W Rives holds the following board certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery, Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Adam W Rives's education and training background?
Dr. Adam W Rives's training includes: BS (Honors), Bates College; MD, Tulane University School of Medicine; Orthopedic Surgery Residency, University of Missouri, Kansas City; Fellowship in Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery, University of California, San Francisco (with Dr. Lisa Lattanza). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Adam W Rives serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Adam W Rives is available for QME evaluations in Santa Barbara County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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