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The applicant sought reconsideration of a WCJ's decision denying further permanent disability benefits beyond the initial award of April 19, 2000. The applicant argued the WCJ erred by relying on Dr. Silbart's QME report and by not awarding temporary disability based on a treating physician's report for a knee replacement. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, finding Dr. Silbart's opinion provided substantial evidence for the decision. The Board further determined that the treating physician's vocational conclusion lacked substantial evidence as he was not a vocational expert.
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The applicant sought reconsideration of a WCJ's decision denying further permanent disability benefits beyond the initial award of April 19, 2000. The applicant argued the WCJ erred by relying on Dr. Silbart's QME report and by not awarding temporary disability based on a treating physician's report for a knee replacement. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, finding Dr. Silbart's opinion provided substantial evidence for the decision. The Board further determined that the treating physician's vocational conclusion lacked substantial evidence as he was not a vocational expert.
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