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This case involves an applicant claiming industrial injury to multiple body parts resulting in permanent total disability. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration because the WCJ's decision was based on an incomplete medical opinion regarding the applicant's need for a walker and apportionment. The Board found the need for a walker, the sole basis for the 100% rating, was not sufficiently substantiated. Therefore, the matter is returned to the trial level for further development of the record on permanent disability and apportionment, and for a new decision.
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This case involves an applicant claiming industrial injury to multiple body parts resulting in permanent total disability. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration because the WCJ's decision was based on an incomplete medical opinion regarding the applicant's need for a walker and apportionment. The Board found the need for a walker, the sole basis for the 100% rating, was not sufficiently substantiated. Therefore, the matter is returned to the trial level for further development of the record on permanent disability and apportionment, and for a new decision.
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