Dr. Chihua Lee, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
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Office Address
3760 CONVOY ST STE 111, San Diego, CA 92111
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Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County, Imperial County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Chihua Lee
Dr. Chihua Lee is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstructive surgery at Naval Medical Center San Diego, California. He focuses on joint arthroplasty including hip and knee replacement procedures.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine (2015)
Languages Spoken
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 Served Counties
Dr. Chihua Lee serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County, Imperial 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. Chihua Lee 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. Chihua Lee's office located?
Dr. Chihua Lee's office is located at 3760 CONVOY ST STE 111, San Diego, CA 92111. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Chihua Lee's board certifications?
Dr. Chihua Lee holds the following board certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery, Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Chihua Lee's education and training background?
Dr. Chihua Lee's training includes: Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine (2015). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in orthopaedic surgery workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Chihua Lee have?
Dr. Chihua Lee has approximately 10 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.
Which counties does Dr. Chihua Lee serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Chihua Lee is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County, Imperial County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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