Dr. Kirsten Schick, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
2525 RAILROAD AVE, Pittsburg, CA 94565-5223
Phone
Counties Served
Contra Costa County, Solano County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Kirsten Schick
Dr. Kirsten Aaen Schick, DC is a chiropractor practicing in Antioch and Pleasant Hill, CA. She graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1990 and has over 35 years of experience in chiropractic care. She is affiliated with Contra Costa Regional Medical Center. Dr. Schick also maintains an animal chiropractic practice, primarily treating horses and smaller animals.
Education & Board Certifications
- Palmer College of Chiropractic (1990)
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 Served Counties
Dr. Kirsten Schick serves workers' compensation cases in Contra Costa County, Solano 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. Kirsten Schick 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. Kirsten Schick's office located?
Dr. Kirsten Schick's office is located at 2525 RAILROAD AVE, Pittsburg, CA 94565-5223. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Contra Costa County.
What is Dr. Kirsten Schick's education and training background?
Dr. Kirsten Schick's training includes: Palmer College of Chiropractic (1990). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Kirsten Schick have?
Dr. Kirsten Schick has approximately 36 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.
Which counties does Dr. Kirsten Schick serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Kirsten Schick is available for QME evaluations in Contra Costa County, Solano County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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