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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a judge's order finding applicant sustained industrial spinal and psychiatric injuries. The Board ruled that CIGA failed to prove Coast Plaza Doctors Hospital's lien claim was not a "covered claim," rejecting CIGA's argument that an assignment to Innovative Medical Management invalidated the claim. This decision aligns with established appellate precedent. Therefore, the original findings and order requiring CIGA and the hospital to adjust the lien remain in effect.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a judge's order finding applicant sustained industrial spinal and psychiatric injuries. The Board ruled that CIGA failed to prove Coast Plaza Doctors Hospital's lien claim was not a "covered claim," rejecting CIGA's argument that an assignment to Innovative Medical Management invalidated the claim. This decision aligns with established appellate precedent. Therefore, the original findings and order requiring CIGA and the hospital to adjust the lien remain in effect.
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