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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award of 100% permanent disability, and returned the case for further proceedings. The Board found the medical record insufficient, particularly concerning apportionment of disability to pre-existing conditions and the impact of assistive devices. The Agreed Medical Examiner, Dr. Isono, will be asked to provide supplemental reports on both these issues.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award of 100% permanent disability, and returned the case for further proceedings. The Board found the medical record insufficient, particularly concerning apportionment of disability to pre-existing conditions and the impact of assistive devices. The Agreed Medical Examiner, Dr. Isono, will be asked to provide supplemental reports on both these issues.
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