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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reversed an award for housekeeping services, finding the applicant failed to properly object to the utilization review denial for services requested after January 29, 2009. For services prior to that date, the Board found the applicant did not present sufficient medical evidence demonstrating the housekeeping was medically necessary and reasonable to treat her industrial injury. The applicant sustained multiple injuries in 1996, resulting in 100% permanent disability, and sought reimbursement for increased housekeeping due to her condition.
ELIZABETH GONIA vs. ROBIN, CARMACK & GONIA LLP, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reversed an award for housekeeping services, finding the applicant failed to properly object to the utilization review denial for services requested after January 29, 2009. For services prior to that date, the Board found the applicant did not present sufficient medical evidence demonstrating the housekeeping was "medically necessary and reasonable" to treat her industrial injury. The applicant sustained multiple injuries in 1996, resulting in 100% permanent disability, and sought reimbursement for increased housekeeping due to her condition.
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