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This case involves a lien claimant, Access Mediquip, seeking payment for surgical implants. The Workers' Compensation Judge disallowed the lien, finding the claimant not credible regarding the actual costs of the implants, despite acknowledging their provision. Access Mediquip filed a petition for reconsideration, but the Appeals Board dismissed it. The dismissal was based on the petition being untimely filed 26 days after the judge's decision was mailed, exceeding the statutory 20-day period extended by 5 days for mail service.
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This case involves a lien claimant, Access Mediquip, seeking payment for surgical implants. The Workers' Compensation Judge disallowed the lien, finding the claimant not credible regarding the actual costs of the implants, despite acknowledging their provision. Access Mediquip filed a petition for reconsideration, but the Appeals Board dismissed it. The dismissal was based on the petition being untimely filed 26 days after the judge's decision was mailed, exceeding the statutory 20-day period extended by 5 days for mail service.
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