Dr. Ruth S Hsu, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
344 20TH ST, Oakland, CA 94612
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, San Joaquin County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ruth S Hsu
Dr. Ruth Hsu is a board-certified psychiatrist practicing in Menlo Park, California. She is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and has been in practice since 2015.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of California Irvine College of Medicine, 2015
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. Ruth S Hsu serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, San Joaquin 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. Ruth S Hsu 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. Ruth S Hsu's office located?
Dr. Ruth S Hsu's office is located at 344 20TH ST, Oakland, CA 94612. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Ruth S Hsu's board certifications?
Dr. Ruth S Hsu holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Psychiatry. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Ruth S Hsu's education and training background?
Dr. Ruth S Hsu's training includes: MD, University of California Irvine College of Medicine, 2015. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ruth S Hsu have?
Dr. Ruth S Hsu has approximately 11 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. Ruth S Hsu serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ruth S Hsu is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, San Joaquin County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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