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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the employer's petition for reconsideration, rescinding prior findings. The Board found the initial decision lacked substantial evidence and failed to address crucial issues like the MPN's validity and the employer's loss of medical control. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings to determine these issues and whether the employer refused, delayed, or denied medical treatment. The initial finding of denied treatment was based on insufficient evidence to establish liability for self-procured treatment.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted the employer's petition for reconsideration, rescinding prior findings. The Board found the initial decision lacked substantial evidence and failed to address crucial issues like the MPN's validity and the employer's loss of medical control. The case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings to determine these issues and whether the employer refused, delayed, or denied medical treatment. The initial finding of denied treatment was based on insufficient evidence to establish liability for self-procured treatment.
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