Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl, MD
Surgery
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Office Address
1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl
Dr. Michael D. Sparkuhl is a board-certified general surgeon practicing in Santa Paula, California. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons with over 50 years of surgical experience. He served as Chief Resident of Surgery at the University of Hawaii and was a partner physician with Southern California Permanente Medical Group. He is the founder of DOMA Patient Safety and is affiliated with Community Memorial Health System.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Creighton University School of Medicine (1974)
- Internship, Transitional Year, USC Medical Center (1974-1975)
- Residency in Surgery, University of Hawaii (1975-1980, Chief Resident 1980)
Languages Spoken
About Surgery QME Evaluations
General Surgery QME evaluations assess post-surgical outcomes and complications from workplace injuries requiring surgical intervention, including abdominal trauma, hernia repair, and vascular injuries. The evaluating surgeon determines whether surgical outcomes are consistent with the industrial injury and rates residual 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 Served Counties
Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura 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. Michael D Sparkuhl evaluate as a QME?
A 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. Michael D Sparkuhl's office located?
Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl's office is located at 1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl's board certifications?
Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, American Board of Surgery, Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl's education and training background?
Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl's training includes: MD, Creighton University School of Medicine (1974); Internship, Transitional Year, USC Medical Center (1974-1975); Residency in Surgery, University of Hawaii (1975-1980, Chief Resident 1980). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl have?
Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl has approximately 51 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl speak?
Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Michael D Sparkuhl is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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