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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration, upholding its prior decision to grant the lien claimant's claim for medical treatment costs. The Board found that the defendant failed to properly notify the applicant of their Medical Provider Network (MPN) and that the applicant's attempts to secure an MPN physician were unsuccessful. Defendant's failure to provide sufficient assistance in transferring care was deemed a neglect to provide reasonable medical treatment, making them liable for self-procured treatment. The Board also found the lien claimant's treatment reasonable and consistent with the Agreed Medical Examiner's recommendations.
JOSHUA GROSSMAN vs. ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICE, ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied the defendant's petition for reconsideration, upholding its prior decision to grant the lien claimant's claim for medical treatment costs. The Board found that the defendant failed to properly notify the applicant of their Medical Provider Network (MPN) and that the applicant's attempts to secure an MPN physician were unsuccessful. Defendant's failure to provide sufficient assistance in transferring care was deemed a neglect to provide reasonable medical treatment, making them liable for self-procured treatment. The Board also found the lien claimant's treatment reasonable and consistent with the Agreed Medical Examiner's recommendations.
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