Dr. Annie S Cheng, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
2650 CAMINO DEL RIO NORTH STE 203, San Diego, CA 92108
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Annie S Cheng
Dr. Annie S. Cheng is a board-certified physiatrist in San Diego, California, with over 20 years of experience. She was named 'Top Doc' in San Diego County from 2016 to 2019 and serves as a Qualified Medical Evaluator with California Medical Evaluators.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Biological Science (with distinction) - Stanford University
- MD - New York University Grossman School of Medicine
- Internship and Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - University of Washington
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 San Diego County
Dr. Annie S Cheng serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego 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. Annie S Cheng 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. Annie S Cheng's office located?
Dr. Annie S Cheng's office is located at 2650 CAMINO DEL RIO NORTH STE 203, San Diego, CA 92108. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for San Diego County.
What are Dr. Annie S Cheng's board certifications?
Dr. Annie S Cheng holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Annie S Cheng's education and training background?
Dr. Annie S Cheng's training includes: BS in Biological Science (with distinction) - Stanford University; MD - New York University Grossman School of Medicine; Internship and Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - University of Washington. 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. Annie S Cheng have?
Dr. Annie S Cheng 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.
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