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This case involves an applicant seeking reconsideration of a prior workers' compensation award. The applicant argued the $34%$ permanent disability rating was incorrect, specifically regarding the overlap of his hand injuries and MRSA infection. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend the dates of injury in the original findings. Ultimately, the Board affirmed the original award but amended the findings to reflect the correct dates of injury for the left hand/bilateral upper extremities/MRSA and the right elbow injuries.
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This case involves an applicant seeking reconsideration of a prior workers' compensation award. The applicant argued the $34%$ permanent disability rating was incorrect, specifically regarding the overlap of his hand injuries and MRSA infection. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend the dates of injury in the original findings. Ultimately, the Board affirmed the original award but amended the findings to reflect the correct dates of injury for the left hand/bilateral upper extremities/MRSA and the right elbow injuries.
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