Dr. Betty W Hou, MD
Surgery
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Office Address
811 W SEVENTH ST STE 1038 10TH FL, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Betty W Hou
Dr. Betty W. Hou is a general surgeon practicing in Anaheim, California. A native Southern Californian, she completed her surgical residency in Ohio and spent two years at a surgical oncology practice specializing in breast cancer before returning to Southern California. She is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons.
Education & Board Certifications
- M.D., Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 1999
Languages Spoken
About Surgery QME Evaluations
General Surgery QME evaluations assess post-surgical outcomes and complications from workplace injuries requiring surgical intervention, including abdominal trauma, hernia repair, and vascular injuries. The evaluating surgeon determines whether surgical outcomes are consistent with the industrial injury and rates residual impairment.
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. Betty W Hou serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare 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. Betty W Hou evaluate as a QME?
A Surgery 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. Betty W Hou's office located?
Dr. Betty W Hou's office is located at 811 W SEVENTH ST STE 1038 10TH FL, Los Angeles, CA 90017. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Betty W Hou's board certifications?
Dr. Betty W Hou holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, General Surgery, Member, American Society of Breast Surgeons. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Betty W Hou's education and training background?
Dr. Betty W Hou's training includes: M.D., Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 1999. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Betty W Hou have?
Dr. Betty W Hou has approximately 26 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Betty W Hou serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Betty W Hou is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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