Dr. Alexander T Nguyen, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013
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Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County, Placer County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Alexander T Nguyen
Dr. Alexander Thanh Nguyen is a board-certified psychiatrist and QME based in California. He is currently the inpatient psychiatrist and section chief for the Geropsychiatric Unit at the Long Beach VA Medical Center and serves as Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California Riverside. He is an expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a prior diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. He is available for PQMEs, AMEs, and IMEs at multiple California locations.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Biology and Political Science (double major), University of Southern California
- MPH, Global Health Leadership, University of Southern California
- MD, University of California Davis School of Medicine
- Residency in Psychiatry, UCLA-Harbor Medical Center, Torrance, CA
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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. Alexander T Nguyen serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside 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. Alexander T Nguyen 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. Alexander T Nguyen's office located?
Dr. Alexander T Nguyen's office is located at 420 E 3RD ST STE 809, Los Angeles, CA 90013. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Alexander T Nguyen's board certifications?
Dr. Alexander T Nguyen holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Psychiatry (ABPN), California QME, Prior Diplomate, Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Alexander T Nguyen's education and training background?
Dr. Alexander T Nguyen's training includes: BS, Biology and Political Science (double major), University of Southern California; MPH, Global Health Leadership, University of Southern California; MD, University of California Davis School of Medicine; Residency in Psychiatry, UCLA-Harbor Medical Center, Torrance, CA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Alexander T Nguyen have?
Dr. Alexander T Nguyen has approximately 13 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. Alexander T Nguyen serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Alexander T Nguyen is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Orange County, Riverside County, Placer County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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