Dr. Haewon Lee, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
4422 Y ST, Sacramento, CA 95817
Phone
Counties Served
Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Haewon Lee
Dr. Haewon Lee is a physiatrist specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, with over 11 years of clinical experience. She graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and practices in the San Diego, CA area, providing comprehensive rehabilitation care.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (2014)
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. Haewon Lee serves workers' compensation cases in 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. Haewon Lee 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. Haewon Lee's office located?
Dr. Haewon Lee's office is located at 4422 Y ST, Sacramento, CA 95817. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Sacramento County.
What are Dr. Haewon Lee's board certifications?
Dr. Haewon Lee holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Haewon Lee's education and training background?
Dr. Haewon Lee's training includes: MD, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (2014). 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. Haewon Lee have?
Dr. Haewon Lee has approximately 11 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. Haewon Lee serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Haewon Lee is available for QME evaluations in 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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