Dr. Daniel C Schainholz, MD
Ophthalmology
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Office Address
4200 CALIFORNIA ST STE 106, San Francisco, CA 94118
Phone
Counties Served
San Francisco County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Daniel C Schainholz
Dr. Daniel Curtis Schainholz is an occupational ophthalmologist, Qualified Medical Evaluator, and patented inventor specializing in vision rehabilitation and geriatric ophthalmology in San Francisco, California. He holds both an MD and an MPH and has over 38 years of clinical experience. Dr. Schainholz is a member of the American Public Health Association and the Delta Omega Alpha Chapter National Public Health Honor Society.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (1987)
- MPH (2005-2006)
- Residency in Ophthalmology, University of Michigan Health System
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About Ophthalmology QME Evaluations
Ophthalmology QME evaluations assess work-related eye injuries and vision loss, including chemical burns, foreign body injuries, retinal detachment, and occupational exposure-related conditions. The evaluating ophthalmologist determines visual acuity loss, visual field defects, and permanent impairment.
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 San Francisco County
Dr. Daniel C Schainholz serves workers' compensation cases in San Francisco 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. Daniel C Schainholz evaluate as a QME?
A Ophthalmology 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. Daniel C Schainholz's office located?
Dr. Daniel C Schainholz's office is located at 4200 CALIFORNIA ST STE 106, San Francisco, CA 94118. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Francisco County.
What are Dr. Daniel C Schainholz's board certifications?
Dr. Daniel C Schainholz holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), State of California. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Daniel C Schainholz's education and training background?
Dr. Daniel C Schainholz's training includes: MD, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (1987); MPH (2005-2006); Residency in Ophthalmology, University of Michigan Health System. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in ophthalmology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Daniel C Schainholz have?
Dr. Daniel C Schainholz has approximately 38 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified ophthalmology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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