Dr. Scott R Strum, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
8805 HAVEN AVE STE 100, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Phone
Counties Served
San Bernardino County, Solano County, Sacramento County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Scott R Strum
Dr. Scott Strum is an interventional pain management specialist in Rancho Cucamonga and Loma Linda, CA with over 30 years of experience. He is an Associate Professor of Pain Management and Rehabilitation at Loma Linda University and holds memberships in multiple professional societies including the International Spinal Intervention Society and the North American Neuromodulation Society.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS Microbiology - UCLA
- MD - Loma Linda University School of Medicine (1990)
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency - Loma Linda University
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional 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. Scott R Strum serves workers' compensation cases in San Bernardino County, Solano County, Sacramento 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. Scott R Strum evaluate as a QME?
A Pain Medicine 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. Scott R Strum's office located?
Dr. Scott R Strum's office is located at 8805 HAVEN AVE STE 100, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including San Bernardino County.
What are Dr. Scott R Strum's board certifications?
Dr. Scott R Strum holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Pain Management (2004), Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Scott R Strum's education and training background?
Dr. Scott R Strum's training includes: BS Microbiology - UCLA; MD - Loma Linda University School of Medicine (1990); Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency - Loma Linda University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Scott R Strum have?
Dr. Scott R Strum has approximately 35 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Scott R Strum serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Scott R Strum is available for QME evaluations in San Bernardino County, Solano County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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