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This case involves lien claimants seeking reconsideration of a Workers' Compensation Appeals Board decision regarding industrial injuries sustained by the applicant. The Board affirmed the disallowance of Dr. Mirza's lien for diagnostic services due to a lack of demonstrated medical necessity under the MTUS. The lien for chiropractic visits was affirmed, applying statutory visit limitations and postsurgical allowances. However, the issue of interpreter Mario Corzo's lien was deferred and returned to the trial level for further proceedings to determine his certification status under relevant guidelines.
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This case involves lien claimants seeking reconsideration of a Workers' Compensation Appeals Board decision regarding industrial injuries sustained by the applicant. The Board affirmed the disallowance of Dr. Mirza's lien for diagnostic services due to a lack of demonstrated medical necessity under the MTUS. The lien for chiropractic visits was affirmed, applying statutory visit limitations and postsurgical allowances. However, the issue of interpreter Mario Corzo's lien was deferred and returned to the trial level for further proceedings to determine his certification status under relevant guidelines.
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