Dr. Kyle S Yang, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
5301 WHITTIER BLVD STE ATRIUM 1, Los Angeles, CA 90022
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Sacramento County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Kyle S Yang
Dr. Kyle Shinichi Yang is a physiatrist at UCLA Health specializing in interventional pain medicine for musculoskeletal and spine conditions in Los Angeles, California. He received his MD from UC Davis School of Medicine and completed residency at the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, and has been recognized as a Southern California Rising Stars Super Doctors recipient (2023-2025) and UCLA Exceptional Physician Award recipient.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, UC Davis School of Medicine (2015)
- Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (2019)
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. Kyle S Yang serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Sacramento 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. Kyle S Yang 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. Kyle S Yang's office located?
Dr. Kyle S Yang's office is located at 5301 WHITTIER BLVD STE ATRIUM 1, Los Angeles, CA 90022. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Kyle S Yang's board certifications?
Dr. Kyle S Yang holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Kyle S Yang's education and training background?
Dr. Kyle S Yang's training includes: MD, UC Davis School of Medicine (2015); Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (2019). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Kyle S Yang have?
Dr. Kyle S Yang has approximately 6 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. Kyle S Yang serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Kyle S Yang is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Sacramento County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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