Dr. Nicole Kelleher, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
1818 S WESTERN AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90006
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Nicole Kelleher
Dr. Nicole Kelleher is a dual board-certified physician in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Obesity Medicine, practicing in Northridge, CA. She previously served as Chief Medical Officer at Lightyear Health and as an Assistant Professor at UVA School of Medicine, where she developed the institution's first outpatient oncology rehabilitation program.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, MPH, University of Virginia School of Medicine
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 Served Counties
Dr. Nicole Kelleher serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Ventura 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. Nicole Kelleher 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. Nicole Kelleher's office located?
Dr. Nicole Kelleher's office is located at 1818 S WESTERN AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90006. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Nicole Kelleher's board certifications?
Dr. Nicole Kelleher holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Board Certified in Obesity Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Nicole Kelleher's education and training background?
Dr. Nicole Kelleher's training includes: MD, MPH, University of Virginia School of Medicine. 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. Nicole Kelleher have?
Dr. Nicole Kelleher has approximately 15 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.
Which counties does Dr. Nicole Kelleher serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Nicole Kelleher is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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