Dr. Dennis M Sorta, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
236 F ST, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, Merced County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Dennis M Sorta
Dr. Dennis Mike Sorta is a board-certified psychiatrist and Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) specializing in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for workers' compensation cases. He grew up in Seattle, WA and completed both his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Washington, graduating with honors. He has extensive experience evaluating workplace-related psychological conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, and insomnia.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, University of Washington
- MD, University of Washington School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency, University of Washington
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
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. Dennis M Sorta serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, Merced 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. Dennis M Sorta evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Dennis M Sorta's office located?
Dr. Dennis M Sorta's office is located at 236 F ST, Chula Vista, CA 91910. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Dennis M Sorta's board certifications?
Dr. Dennis M Sorta holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Psychiatry, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Dennis M Sorta's education and training background?
Dr. Dennis M Sorta's training includes: BS, University of Washington; MD, University of Washington School of Medicine; Psychiatry Residency, University of Washington. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Dennis M Sorta have?
Dr. Dennis M Sorta has approximately 7 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Dennis M Sorta serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Dennis M Sorta is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, Merced County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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