Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
131 N EL CAMINO AVE STE 180, Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho
Dr. Jenniefer Y. Kho is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery, practicing at Valley Hand and Orthopaedics in Sherman Oaks/Van Nuys, California. She also has offices in North Hollywood and Santa Clarita Valley.
Education & Board Certifications
- Undergraduate: Biochemistry, University of California, Berkeley
- Medical School: University of California, San Diego
- Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, University of Iowa
- Fellowship: Upper Extremity Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia
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About Orthopaedic Surgery QME Evaluations
Orthopaedic Surgery QME evaluations address musculoskeletal injuries arising from workplace accidents, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. The evaluating orthopaedic surgeon assesses fractures, joint damage, spinal disorders, and soft-tissue injuries to determine causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment under the AMA Guides.
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 Los Angeles County
Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. Jenniefer Y Kho evaluate as a QME?
A Orthopaedic 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. Jenniefer Y Kho's office located?
Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho's office is located at 131 N EL CAMINO AVE STE 180, Pasadena, CA 91101. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho's board certifications?
Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho holds the following board certifications: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho's education and training background?
Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho's training includes: Undergraduate: Biochemistry, University of California, Berkeley; Medical School: University of California, San Diego; Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, University of Iowa; Fellowship: Upper Extremity Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho have?
Dr. Jenniefer Y Kho has approximately 15 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified orthopaedic surgery physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
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