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This case involves a workers' compensation claim for extensive injuries to applicant Gilberto Banuelos, including permanent total disability due to chronic pain syndrome. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration primarily on the issue of home health care services. The Board affirmed the original award but deferred the determination of home health care services for further proceedings. This deferral is due to insufficient development of the record regarding the necessity, start date, and rate of reimbursement for these services, particularly in light of recent legislative changes.
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This case involves a workers' compensation claim for extensive injuries to applicant Gilberto Banuelos, including permanent total disability due to chronic pain syndrome. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration primarily on the issue of home health care services. The Board affirmed the original award but deferred the determination of home health care services for further proceedings. This deferral is due to insufficient development of the record regarding the necessity, start date, and rate of reimbursement for these services, particularly in light of recent legislative changes.
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