Dr. Farid Kia, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
1930 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 303, Los Angeles, CA 90057
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Farid Kia
Dr. Farid Kia is a board-certified physiatrist and pain medicine specialist practicing in Camarillo and Santa Maria, California through Spanish Hills Interventional Pain Specialists. He completed his residency and fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University and specializes in minimally invasive interventional pain procedures.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - University of Minnesota
- Internship - General Surgery, University of Minnesota
- Residency - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Thomas Jefferson University
- Fellowship - Pain Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional 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. Farid Kia serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino 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. Farid Kia evaluate as a QME?
A Pain Medicine 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. Farid Kia's office located?
Dr. Farid Kia's office is located at 1930 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 303, Los Angeles, CA 90057. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Farid Kia's board certifications?
Dr. Farid Kia holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Farid Kia's education and training background?
Dr. Farid Kia's training includes: MD - University of Minnesota; Internship - General Surgery, University of Minnesota; Residency - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Thomas Jefferson University; Fellowship - Pain Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Farid Kia have?
Dr. Farid Kia has approximately 17 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Farid Kia serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Farid Kia is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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