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EMAD BARSOUM vs. LABCORP, ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY

Filed: Jul 28, 2014
Van Nuys
ADJ8075542

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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the original award, and issued a new decision. The Board found no substantial evidence to support the award of temporary disability and deferred this issue for further determination. Additionally, the Board rescinded the finding of entitlement to surgery, clarifying that this recommendation must follow utilization review procedures. The case was taken off calendar pending these determinations, with jurisdiction reserved on all other issues.

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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the original award, and issued a new decision. The Board found no substantial evidence to support the award of temporary disability and deferred this issue for further determination. Additionally, the Board rescinded the finding of entitlement to surgery, clarifying that this recommendation must follow utilization review procedures. The case was taken off calendar pending these determinations, with jurisdiction reserved on all other issues.

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