Dr. Christy Anthony, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
7700 SOUTH BROADWAY, Los Angeles, CA 90003
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Christy Anthony
Dr. Christy Anthony, MD is a board-certified pain medicine physician and anesthesiologist practicing in Glendale, CA. She is double board-certified in Anesthesiology and Interventional Pain Management, and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Anthony is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Southern California, Adventist Health Glendale, and Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center. She has expertise in treating spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and other chronic pain conditions.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
- General Surgery Internship, Baylor University Medical Center
- Anesthesiology Residency, Rutgers University (Chief Resident)
- Fellowship in Interventional Pain Management, UCLA
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. Christy Anthony serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside 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. Christy Anthony 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. Christy Anthony's office located?
Dr. Christy Anthony's office is located at 7700 SOUTH BROADWAY, Los Angeles, CA 90003. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Christy Anthony's board certifications?
Dr. Christy Anthony holds the following board certifications: Anesthesiology - American Board of Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine - American Board of Anesthesiology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Christy Anthony's education and training background?
Dr. Christy Anthony's training includes: MD, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; General Surgery Internship, Baylor University Medical Center; Anesthesiology Residency, Rutgers University (Chief Resident); Fellowship in Interventional Pain Management, UCLA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Christy Anthony have?
Dr. Christy Anthony has approximately 12 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. Christy Anthony serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Christy Anthony is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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