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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration because the WCJ improperly disregarded the Agreed Medical Evaluator's opinion and made a finding without adequate medical evidence. The Board found that due to conflicting medical opinions and the AME's unclear stance, further development of the medical record is required. Consequently, the matter is returned to the trial level for a WCJ to appoint a "regular physician" to re-examine the applicant and address all outstanding medical issues.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration because the WCJ improperly disregarded the Agreed Medical Evaluator's opinion and made a finding without adequate medical evidence. The Board found that due to conflicting medical opinions and the AME's unclear stance, further development of the medical record is required. Consequently, the matter is returned to the trial level for a WCJ to appoint a "regular physician" to re-examine the applicant and address all outstanding medical issues.
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