Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel, MD
Pain Medicine
Submit records to this physician
Create a IMEPro account to get started
Office Address
2403 ATLANTIC AVE, Long Beach, CA 90806
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel
Dr. Niteshkumar Patel is a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist practicing in Van Nuys, CA. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of West Florida and completed his pain medicine fellowship at Stanford Healthcare, with over 13 years of experience in the medical field.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS in Biology (Summa Cum Laude) - University of West Florida
- MD - Florida State University College of Medicine (2012)
- Residency in Anesthesiology - University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Fellowship in Pain Medicine - Stanford Healthcare
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. Niteshkumar C Patel serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare 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. Niteshkumar C Patel 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. Niteshkumar C Patel's office located?
Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel's office is located at 2403 ATLANTIC AVE, Long Beach, CA 90806. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel's board certifications?
Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Anesthesiology, Board Certified - Pain Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel's education and training background?
Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel's training includes: BS in Biology (Summa Cum Laude) - University of West Florida; MD - Florida State University College of Medicine (2012); Residency in Anesthesiology - University of Alabama at Birmingham; Fellowship in Pain Medicine - Stanford Healthcare. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel have?
Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel has approximately 13 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
View all Pain Medicine QME Physicians
179 physicians across California
Similar Pain Medicine QME Physicians in Los Angeles County
Related QME Specialties
Are you Dr. Niteshkumar C Patel?
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 Pain Medicine Physician?
Browse Verified Pro Pain Medicine physicians with verified turnaround times and one-click scheduling.
Browse Verified Pro PhysiciansCounties Served