Dr. Matthew Sabatino, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
7033 N FRESNO ST STE 201, Fresno, CA 93720
Phone
Counties Served
Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Matthew Sabatino
Dr. Matthew Joseph Sabatino, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon at Central Coast Orthopedics Medical Group, practicing in San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Santa Maria, and Santa Barbara, California. A graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, he served in the U.S. Army and was deployed in combat as an artillery officer. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, and his spine surgery fellowship at Yale University. He specializes in complex spinal reconstructive procedures and cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery for adults and children.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, U.S. Military Academy at West Point
- MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine
- Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
- Fellowship, Spine Surgery, Yale University
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. Matthew Sabatino serves workers' compensation cases in Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz 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. Matthew Sabatino 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. Matthew Sabatino's office located?
Dr. Matthew Sabatino's office is located at 7033 N FRESNO ST STE 201, Fresno, CA 93720. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Fresno County.
What are Dr. Matthew Sabatino's board certifications?
Dr. Matthew Sabatino holds the following board certifications: 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. Matthew Sabatino's education and training background?
Dr. Matthew Sabatino's training includes: BS, U.S. Military Academy at West Point; MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine; Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center; Fellowship, Spine Surgery, Yale University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Matthew Sabatino have?
Dr. Matthew Sabatino has approximately 7 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. Matthew Sabatino serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Matthew Sabatino is available for QME evaluations in Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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