Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
16776 BERNARDO CENTER DR, San Diego, CA 92128
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Orange County, San Francisco County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan
Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained spine surgery specialist at Scripps Health in La Jolla, CA. He treats spinal stenosis, disc herniations, spondylolisthesis, radiculopathy, and spinal deformity, and specializes in artificial disc replacements, minimally invasive spinal procedures, revision procedures, and complex spinal deformity correction. Originally from San Diego, he has numerous peer-reviewed publications and has won national research awards.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, San Diego State University, Biology/Biochemistry
- Post-baccalaureate program, University of Pennsylvania
- MD, Drexel University College of Medicine, 2017
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
- Fellowship, Spine Surgery, Columbia University, New York City
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About Orthopaedic Surgery QME Evaluations
Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluations address musculoskeletal injuries arising from workplace accidents, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. The evaluating orthopaedic surgeon assesses fractures, joint damage, spinal disorders, and soft-tissue injuries to determine causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides.
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. Stephen Raad Stephan serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Orange County, 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. Stephen Raad Stephan evaluate as a QME?
A Orthopaedic 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. Stephen Raad Stephan's office located?
Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan's office is located at 16776 BERNARDO CENTER DR, San Diego, CA 92128. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan's board certifications?
Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan's education and training background?
Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan's training includes: BS, San Diego State University, Biology/Biochemistry; Post-baccalaureate program, University of Pennsylvania; MD, Drexel University College of Medicine, 2017; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA; Fellowship, Spine Surgery, Columbia University, New York City. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan have?
Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan has approximately 8 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified orthopaedic surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Stephen Raad Stephan is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Orange County, San Francisco County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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