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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, overturning a prior decision that denied treatment at the Kerlan Jobe Clinic. The Board found that while Kerlan Jobe was located outside the standard MPN mileage/time parameters, the applicant's selection was reasonable given her complex spinal condition and the clinic's expertise. Defendant is now obligated to authorize treatment with a Kerlan Jobe physician. All other issues remain deferred.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, overturning a prior decision that denied treatment at the Kerlan Jobe Clinic. The Board found that while Kerlan Jobe was located outside the standard MPN mileage/time parameters, the applicant's selection was reasonable given her complex spinal condition and the clinic's expertise. Defendant is now obligated to authorize treatment with a Kerlan Jobe physician. All other issues remain deferred.
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