Dr. Kristen Lee, MD
Psychiatry
Submit records to this physician
Create a IMEPro account to get started
Office Address
3505 LONG BEACH BLVD STE 1E, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Kristen Lee
Dr. Kristen Lee, MD, QME, PMH-C, is a UCLA-trained, board-certified psychiatrist based in Santa Monica, California. She served in Iraq as a combat medic with the U.S. Army before pursuing medicine. She specializes in PTSD, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, OCD, and reproductive psychiatry. She has over 12 years of postgraduate education.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Biology, University of Colorado
- MD, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- Psychiatry Residency, UCLA
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity 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. Kristen Lee 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. Kristen Lee evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Kristen Lee's office located?
Dr. Kristen Lee's office is located at 3505 LONG BEACH BLVD STE 1E, Long Beach, CA 90807. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Kristen Lee's board certifications?
Dr. Kristen Lee holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Psychiatry (ABPN), Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Kristen Lee's education and training background?
Dr. Kristen Lee's training includes: BS in Biology, University of Colorado; MD, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA); Psychiatry Residency, UCLA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Kristen Lee serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Kristen Lee 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.
View all Psychiatry QME Physicians
359 physicians across California
Similar Psychiatry QME Physicians in Los Angeles County
Related QME Specialties
Are you Dr. Kristen Lee?
Claim your profile to showcase your expertise, display turnaround times, and receive evaluation requests directly through IMEPro.
Claim Your ProfileFree — takes less than 2 minutes
Looking for a Psychiatry Physician?
Browse Verified Pro Psychiatry physicians with verified turnaround times and one-click scheduling.
Browse Verified Pro PhysiciansCounties Served