Dr. Guodong Li, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
1055 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1930, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Kern County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Guodong Li
Dr. Guodong Li is a double board-certified multi-disciplinary pain management specialist in Beverly Hills, California. Prior to his clinical career, he served as an Assistant Medical Research Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at UCLA, publishing over 20 medical papers and 3 book chapters.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD (International Medical Graduate)
- PhD, University of Florida (Neuropharmacology)
- Residency in Anesthesiology, UCLA
- Fellowship in Pain Medicine, Washington University School of Medicine
Languages Spoken
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. Guodong Li serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Kern 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. Guodong Li 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. Guodong Li's office located?
Dr. Guodong Li's office is located at 1055 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1930, Los Angeles, CA 90017. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Guodong Li's board certifications?
Dr. Guodong Li holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Pain Medicine, Board Certified, Anesthesiology, QME (Qualified Medical Evaluator). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Guodong Li's education and training background?
Dr. Guodong Li's training includes: MD (International Medical Graduate); PhD, University of Florida (Neuropharmacology); Residency in Anesthesiology, UCLA; Fellowship in Pain Medicine, Washington University School of Medicine. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Guodong Li speak?
Dr. Guodong Li speaks English and Chinese. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Guodong Li serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Guodong Li is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Kern County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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