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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded an order disallowing a lien claim from Frontline Medical Associates, Inc. The original order disallowed the claim because the applicant had notice of treatment within a Medical Provider Network (MPN). Frontline argued it did not agree to have its lien decided at a lien conference and was denied due process. The WCAB found the WCJ failed to follow proper procedures by not setting a trial or preparing a summary of evidence, thus violating Frontline's due process rights. The case is returned to the WCJ for further proceedings to properly adjudicate the lien claim.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded an order disallowing a lien claim from Frontline Medical Associates, Inc. The original order disallowed the claim because the applicant had notice of treatment within a Medical Provider Network (MPN). Frontline argued it did not agree to have its lien decided at a lien conference and was denied due process. The WCAB found the WCJ failed to follow proper procedures by not setting a trial or preparing a summary of evidence, thus violating Frontline's due process rights. The case is returned to the WCJ for further proceedings to properly adjudicate the lien claim.
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