Dr. Uchenna Okoye, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
1612 W BURBANK BLVD, Burbank, CA 91506
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Solano County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Uchenna Okoye
Dr. Uchenna Okoye, also known as Dr. O, is a board-certified psychiatrist passionate about helping individuals achieve mental wellness and holistic health. She practices at multiple locations through Bonmente in Southern California. Her areas of specialization include anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, work-related mood and anxiety disorders, grief, and crisis stabilization.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency, UCLA Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behavior
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. Uchenna Okoye serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Solano 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. Uchenna Okoye 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. Uchenna Okoye's office located?
Dr. Uchenna Okoye's office is located at 1612 W BURBANK BLVD, Burbank, CA 91506. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Uchenna Okoye's board certifications?
Dr. Uchenna Okoye holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Psychiatry & Neurology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Uchenna Okoye's education and training background?
Dr. Uchenna Okoye's training includes: MD, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine; Psychiatry Residency, UCLA Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behavior. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Uchenna Okoye have?
Dr. Uchenna Okoye has approximately 12 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. Uchenna Okoye serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Uchenna Okoye is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Contra Costa County, Solano County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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