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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the original award, returning the case to the trial level for further development of the record. Applicant Gallegos contended the WCJ erred in denying claims for industrial injury to his low back and for cardiovascular disability. The Board found inconsistencies in the Agreed Medical Examiner's reports regarding the back injury and noted potential work-relatedness of cardiovascular issues based on medication side effects, necessitating further medical clarification.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the original award, returning the case to the trial level for further development of the record. Applicant Gallegos contended the WCJ erred in denying claims for industrial injury to his low back and for cardiovascular disability. The Board found inconsistencies in the Agreed Medical Examiner's reports regarding the back injury and noted potential work-relatedness of cardiovascular issues based on medication side effects, necessitating further medical clarification.
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