Dr. Sarah Chae, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Sarah Chae
Dr. Sarah Chae, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and Qualified Medical Evaluator who brings over 29 years of clinical experience to workers' compensation evaluations across the greater Los Angeles and Riverside regions. A Stanford University School of Medicine graduate with UCLA residency training, Dr. Chae serves as core faculty for QME and IME evaluations while maintaining an active clinical practice with expertise in population health, women's health, and geriatrics. She is fluent in Korean and Spanish, enabling her to conduct thorough evaluations for a diverse patient population throughout Southern California.
Education & Board Certifications
- Stanford University School of Medicine, MD, 1995
- UCLA, Internal Medicine Residency
Languages Spoken
About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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. Sarah Chae serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Sarah Chae evaluate as a QME?
A Internal 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. Sarah Chae's office located?
Dr. Sarah Chae's office is located at 1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Sarah Chae's board certifications?
Dr. Sarah Chae holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Sarah Chae's education and training background?
Dr. Sarah Chae's training includes: Stanford University School of Medicine, MD, 1995; UCLA, Internal Medicine Residency. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Sarah Chae have?
Dr. Sarah Chae has approximately 29 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Sarah Chae speak?
Dr. Sarah Chae speaks English and Korean and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Sarah Chae serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Sarah Chae is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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