Dr. Patrick E Link, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
19800 MACARTHUR BLVD STE 300, Irvine, CA 92612
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Patrick E Link
Dr. Patrick Link is a psychiatrist practicing in the Palmdale/Claremont area of California. He holds both MD and MPH degrees and has more than 20 years of experience in psychiatry.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, MPH, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
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. Patrick E Link serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Kern 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. Patrick E Link 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. Patrick E Link's office located?
Dr. Patrick E Link's office is located at 19800 MACARTHUR BLVD STE 300, Irvine, CA 92612. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Patrick E Link's board certifications?
Dr. Patrick E Link holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Psychiatry, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Patrick E Link's education and training background?
Dr. Patrick E Link's training includes: MD, MPH, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Patrick E Link have?
Dr. Patrick E Link has approximately 20 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Patrick E Link serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Patrick E Link is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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