Dr. Hyung S Kim, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
14126 SHERMAN WAY STE 9, Van Nuys, CA 91405
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Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Hyung S Kim
Dr. Hyung S. Kim is a board-certified interventional pain physiatrist practicing in the Los Angeles area, including Granada Hills and Santa Clarita. A Harvard-educated physician who earned his medical degree from UC San Diego, he served as a medical officer at the VA West Los Angeles Healthcare System for 13 years before entering private practice.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA - Biochemistry, Harvard University, Cum Laude (1996)
- MD - University of California San Diego School of Medicine (2001)
- Internship - Transitional Year, Mercy St Vincent Medical Center (2001-2002)
- Residency - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine (2002-2005)
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. Hyung S Kim serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer 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. Hyung S Kim 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. Hyung S Kim's office located?
Dr. Hyung S Kim's office is located at 14126 SHERMAN WAY STE 9, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 7 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Hyung S Kim's board certifications?
Dr. Hyung S Kim 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. Hyung S Kim's education and training background?
Dr. Hyung S Kim's training includes: BA - Biochemistry, Harvard University, Cum Laude (1996); MD - University of California San Diego School of Medicine (2001); Internship - Transitional Year, Mercy St Vincent Medical Center (2001-2002); Residency - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine (2002-2005). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Hyung S Kim have?
Dr. Hyung S Kim has approximately 24 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. Hyung S Kim serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Hyung S Kim is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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