Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
633 W FIFTH ST, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe
Dr. Ja-Yoon Uni Choe, MD, is an internal medicine physician practicing in Los Angeles who graduated from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC and PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Dr. Choe provides Qualified Medical Evaluator services for workers' compensation cases in the greater Los Angeles area. Her training at one of Southern California's premier academic medical centers equips her with a strong clinical foundation for conducting thorough and evidence-based internal medicine evaluations.
Education & Board Certifications
- Keck School of Medicine of USC, MD, 2020
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. Ja-yoon U Choe serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Ja-yoon U Choe 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. Ja-yoon U Choe's office located?
Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe's office is located at 633 W FIFTH ST, Los Angeles, CA 90071. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe's board certifications?
Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe's education and training background?
Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe's training includes: Keck School of Medicine of USC, MD, 2020. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe have?
Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe has approximately 6 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.
Which counties does Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ja-yoon U Choe is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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