Dr. Kien T Ta, DC
Chiropractic
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Office Address
3902 EL CAJON BLVD NO B, San Diego, CA 92105-1016
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County
Credential
DC — QME Certified
About Dr. Kien T Ta
Dr. Kien T. Ta is a Doctor of Chiropractic and owner of CK Chiropractic Center in San Diego, with locations in Normal Heights and Mira Mesa. He graduated from Southern California University of Health Sciences in 1993 and has been practicing in San Diego since 1994. He is a California Qualified Medical Evaluator for Workers' Compensation claims and is certified by the American Board of Independent Examiners to conduct full medicolegal assessments. He is also a Certified Industrial Disability Examiner and certified in AMA 5th Edition Impairment Rating. Dr. Ta immigrated to the United States in 1982 from Vietnam.
Education & Board Certifications
- Southern California University of Health Sciences (1993)
Languages Spoken
About Chiropractic QME Evaluations
Chiropractic QME evaluations address spinal and musculoskeletal conditions commonly seen in workplace injuries, including disc herniations, spinal subluxations, and soft-tissue injuries. The evaluating chiropractor assesses spinal alignment, range of motion, and the appropriateness of ongoing chiropractic care.
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 San Diego County
Dr. Kien T Ta serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego 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. Kien T Ta evaluate as a QME?
A Chiropractic 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. Kien T Ta's office located?
Dr. Kien T Ta's office is located at 3902 EL CAJON BLVD NO B, San Diego, CA 92105-1016. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Diego County.
What are Dr. Kien T Ta's board certifications?
Dr. Kien T Ta holds the following board certifications: DC, QME, Certified Industrial Disability Examiner, AMA 5th Edition Impairment Rating, American Board of Independent Examiners. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Kien T Ta's education and training background?
Dr. Kien T Ta's training includes: Southern California University of Health Sciences (1993). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in chiropractic workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Kien T Ta have?
Dr. Kien T Ta has approximately 33 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified chiropractic physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Kien T Ta speak?
Dr. Kien T Ta speaks English and Vietnamese and Spanish and Mandarin and German. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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