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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board rescinded the trial judge's decision finding mutual mistake regarding a Medicare Set Aside (MSA) and CMS approval. The Board determined that CMS does not mandate MSA review, negating the finding of mutual mistake. However, due to concerns about the applicant being adequately advised of potential future Medicare benefit impacts without CMS review, the case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings. The applicant's petition for penalties was denied.
LILY LOPEZ vs. ST PASCHAL BAYLON CATHOLIC CHURCH, YORK RISK SERVICES GROUP is a workers' compensation case decided in Oxnard. 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 Oxnard.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board rescinded the trial judge's decision finding mutual mistake regarding a Medicare Set Aside (MSA) and CMS approval. The Board determined that CMS does not mandate MSA review, negating the finding of mutual mistake. However, due to concerns about the applicant being adequately advised of potential future Medicare benefit impacts without CMS review, the case is returned to the trial level for further proceedings. The applicant's petition for penalties was denied.
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