Dr. Yatin Patel, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
12466 WASHINGTON BLVD, Whittier, CA 90602
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Yatin Patel
Dr. Yatin Patel is a psychiatrist with over 32 years of experience. He served as a psychiatrist at the California Department of State Hospitals from 2007 to 2025 and is currently employed at Pacific Clinics. He has also worked as a mental health consultant at CRDF-Women's county jail and at LAC+USC Medical Center.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi (1990)
- Psychiatry Residency, University of Southern California/LA General Medical Center (1999-2003)
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. Yatin Patel serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange 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. Yatin Patel 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. Yatin Patel's office located?
Dr. Yatin Patel's office is located at 12466 WASHINGTON BLVD, Whittier, CA 90602. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Yatin Patel's board certifications?
Dr. Yatin Patel holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Psychiatry. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Yatin Patel's education and training background?
Dr. Yatin Patel's training includes: MD, Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi (1990); Psychiatry Residency, University of Southern California/LA General Medical Center (1999-2003). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Yatin Patel have?
Dr. Yatin Patel has approximately 36 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. Yatin Patel serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Yatin Patel is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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