Dr. Carl H Shin, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
2424 ARDEN WAY STE 301, Sacramento, CA 95825-2106
Phone
Counties Served
Sacramento County, Fresno County, Placer County, Sutter County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Carl H Shin
Dr. Carl Hyun-Geol Shin is a board-certified physiatrist and pain management specialist practicing in Sacramento, CA. He serves as Chief Medical Officer at the Center for Interdisciplinary Spine (CIS) and has served as medical director for the CIS Functional Restoration Program. He has held leadership roles in health recovery and independent medical review. He specializes in interdisciplinary spine care, electromyography, interventional spine procedures, and pain management.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Loma Linda University School of Medicine (1995)
- Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium (1995-1999)
- Fellowship in Interventional Spine, University of Pennsylvania
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Carl H Shin serves workers' compensation cases in Sacramento County, Fresno County, Placer County, Sutter 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. Carl H Shin evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Carl H Shin's office located?
Dr. Carl H Shin's office is located at 2424 ARDEN WAY STE 301, Sacramento, CA 95825-2106. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Sacramento County.
What are Dr. Carl H Shin's board certifications?
Dr. Carl H Shin holds the following board certifications: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, Interventional Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Carl H Shin's education and training background?
Dr. Carl H Shin's training includes: MD, Loma Linda University School of Medicine (1995); Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium (1995-1999); Fellowship in Interventional Spine, University of Pennsylvania. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Carl H Shin have?
Dr. Carl H Shin has approximately 30 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Carl H Shin serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Carl H Shin is available for QME evaluations in Sacramento County, Fresno County, Placer County, Sutter County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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