Dr. Joel J Frank, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
5150 E PACIFIC COAST HWY STE 200, Long Beach, CA 90804-3399
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Joel J Frank
Dr. Joel J. Frank is a board-certified psychiatrist and forensic psychologist in Santa Ana/Newport Beach, California. He received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed his psychiatry residency at UC Irvine. He has over 45 years of experience in the medical field.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of Virginia School of Medicine (1976)
- Psychiatry Residency, University of California Irvine (1977-1979)
- Internship, Transitional Year, Orange County Medical Center (1976-1977)
Languages Spoken
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity 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. Joel J Frank serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego 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. Joel J Frank evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Joel J Frank's office located?
Dr. Joel J Frank's office is located at 5150 E PACIFIC COAST HWY STE 200, Long Beach, CA 90804-3399. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Joel J Frank's board certifications?
Dr. Joel J Frank holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), Board Certified, Forensic Psychology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Joel J Frank's education and training background?
Dr. Joel J Frank's training includes: MD, University of Virginia School of Medicine (1976); Psychiatry Residency, University of California Irvine (1977-1979); Internship, Transitional Year, Orange County Medical Center (1976-1977). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Joel J Frank have?
Dr. Joel J Frank has approximately 49 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Joel J Frank serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Joel J Frank is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego 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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