Dr. Charles F Xeller, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Office Address
1350 BURTON DR STE 220, Vacaville, CA 95687-3542
Phone
Counties Served
Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Placer County, Shasta County, Butte County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Charles F Xeller
Dr. Charles Fred Xeller, MD is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with over 45 years of experience, specializing in orthopaedic surgery and hand surgery. He graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1979 and completed his residency at University Hospital-SUNY Stony Brook. Dr. Xeller has been board certified in orthopaedics since 1987 and has maintained a private practice since 1986. He serves as Medical Director of VA Services at MES Solutions, Inc. and works as an IME/AME evaluator in California and Nevada. He is a member of the California Orthopaedic Association.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Biology and Chemistry, St. John's University, New York, 1972-1975
- MD, SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, 1975-1979
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital-SUNY Stony Brook
Languages Spoken
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. Charles F Xeller serves workers' compensation cases in Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Placer County, Shasta County, Butte 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. Charles F Xeller 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. Charles F Xeller's office located?
Dr. Charles F Xeller's office is located at 1350 BURTON DR STE 220, Vacaville, CA 95687-3542. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including Solano County.
What are Dr. Charles F Xeller's board certifications?
Dr. Charles F Xeller holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery (since 1987), Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME/AME), California, Designated Doctor, Texas. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Charles F Xeller's education and training background?
Dr. Charles F Xeller's training includes: BS, Biology and Chemistry, St. John's University, New York, 1972-1975; MD, SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, 1975-1979; Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital-SUNY Stony Brook. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Charles F Xeller have?
Dr. Charles F Xeller has approximately 46 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. Charles F Xeller serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Charles F Xeller is available for QME evaluations in Solano County, Sonoma County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Placer County, Shasta County, Butte County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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