Comprehensive SIBTF Evaluations with Frank Giacobetti, MD, QME
Dr. Frank Giacobetti provides thorough evaluations for the State of California’s Subsequent Injury Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF). His expertise as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) ensures accurate assessments of work-related injuries, focusing on pre-existing conditions and their impact on current disability. Dr. Giacobetti’s evaluations are essential for determining eligibility for SIBTF benefits, with a detailed approach to medical history, functional capacity, and impairment analysis, ensuring clients receive the appropriate compensation for their injuries.
Why Choose a SIBTF Evaluation by Dr. Frank Giacobetti?
Dr. Giacobetti’s evaluations help assess physical and mental abilities crucial for daily tasks and work functions. Key purposes include:
Eligibility for Benefits:
Determine if a worker qualifies for Subsequent Injury Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) benefits based on combined disabilities.
Legal Claims Support:
Provide objective, medically-supported evaluations to strengthen workers’ compensation and SIBTF claims.
Assessment of Impairments:
Evaluate how pre-existing injuries exacerbate the current disability, impacting overall functional capacity.
Fair Compensation:
Ensure workers receive the appropriate compensation by analyzing the total impact of prior and current injuries.

A Comprehensive Approach to SIBTF Evaluation
Each evaluation by Dr. Giacobetti includes:
- Medical History Review: Detailed analysis of prior injuries and medical conditions.
- Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE): Assessing the individual’s physical limitations and work abilities.
- Impairment Analysis: Determining how previous conditions exacerbate current disabilities.
- Objective Documentation: Comprehensive reports that support workers’ compensation and SIBTF claims.
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