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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, affirming the award of temporary total disability benefits. However, the Board amended the decision regarding permanent disability apportionment. The Board found Dr. Halbridge's opinion of 20% non-industrial apportionment for pre-existing cervical spondylosis to be substantial evidence. Consequently, the applicant's permanent disability was reduced to 13%, reflecting this apportionment.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, affirming the award of temporary total disability benefits. However, the Board amended the decision regarding permanent disability apportionment. The Board found Dr. Halbridge's opinion of 20% non-industrial apportionment for pre-existing cervical spondylosis to be substantial evidence. Consequently, the applicant's permanent disability was reduced to 13%, reflecting this apportionment.
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