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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the WCJ's previous findings and awards in both consolidated cases, ADJ10282606 and ADJ10283736. The primary issue concerned the determination of permanent disability for the applicant's right knee injury, specifically whether the medical opinion of Dr. Glousman was substantial evidence. The Board found Dr. Glousman's report lacked sufficient explanation for his impairment ratings according to AMA Guides, and the WCJ improperly supplemented this opinion. Consequently, the matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and new decisions by the WCJ.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the WCJ's previous findings and awards in both consolidated cases, ADJ10282606 and ADJ10283736. The primary issue concerned the determination of permanent disability for the applicant's right knee injury, specifically whether the medical opinion of Dr. Glousman was substantial evidence. The Board found Dr. Glousman's report lacked sufficient explanation for his impairment ratings according to AMA Guides, and the WCJ improperly supplemented this opinion. Consequently, the matter was returned to the trial level for further proceedings and new decisions by the WCJ.
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