Dr. Lynn E Chang, DO
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
14126 SHERMAN WAY STE 9, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Lynn E Chang
Dr. Lynn Elizabeth Chang, DO, is a physiatrist and pain medicine specialist practicing in Los Angeles and Calabasas, CA. She specializes in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine, with training in interventional pain management from UCLA.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (2015)
- Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (2015-2018)
- Fellowship, Pain Medicine, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center (2019-2020)
Languages Spoken
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. Lynn E Chang serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer 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. Lynn E Chang 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. Lynn E Chang's office located?
Dr. Lynn E Chang's office is located at 14126 SHERMAN WAY STE 9, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Lynn E Chang's board certifications?
Dr. Lynn E Chang holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Board Certified, Pain Medicine, QME - Qualified Medical Evaluator. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Lynn E Chang's education and training background?
Dr. Lynn E Chang's training includes: DO, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (2015); Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (2015-2018); Fellowship, Pain Medicine, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center (2019-2020). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lynn E Chang have?
Dr. Lynn E Chang has approximately 11 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. Lynn E Chang serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Lynn E Chang is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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