Dr. Nader Achackzad, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
1211 NORTH MAIN ST, Salinas, CA 93906-2826
Phone
Counties Served
Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer County, Monterey County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Nader Achackzad
Dr. Nader Achackzad is a pain medicine and interventional pain management specialist practicing in Santa Clara, California. He received his medical degree from Kabul University Faculty of Medicine and has been in practice for over 20 years, creating customized pain management plans including therapy, medication management, and minimally invasive procedures.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Kabul University Faculty of Medicine
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
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. Nader Achackzad serves workers' compensation cases in Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer County, Monterey 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. Nader Achackzad evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 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. Nader Achackzad's office located?
Dr. Nader Achackzad's office is located at 1211 NORTH MAIN ST, Salinas, CA 93906-2826. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Santa Clara County.
What are Dr. Nader Achackzad's board certifications?
Dr. Nader Achackzad holds the following board certifications: Pain Medicine, Interventional Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Nader Achackzad's education and training background?
Dr. Nader Achackzad's training includes: MD - Kabul University Faculty of Medicine. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Nader Achackzad have?
Dr. Nader Achackzad has approximately 20 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Nader Achackzad serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Nader Achackzad is available for QME evaluations in Santa Clara County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Placer County, Monterey County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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