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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board rescinded a prior decision and returned the case to the trial level for further proceedings. The Board found that the initial decision incorrectly applied Knight v. United Parcel Service by not specifically addressing whether the employer's failure to provide required Medical Provider Network (MPN) notices resulted in a "neglect or refusal to provide reasonable medical treatment." Furthermore, the Board noted issues regarding the timely payment of the lien claimant and the applicability of limitations on chiropractic visits under Labor Code section 4604.5(d)(1), requiring a new decision after further consideration.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board rescinded a prior decision and returned the case to the trial level for further proceedings. The Board found that the initial decision incorrectly applied Knight v. United Parcel Service by not specifically addressing whether the employer's failure to provide required Medical Provider Network (MPN) notices resulted in a "neglect or refusal to provide reasonable medical treatment." Furthermore, the Board noted issues regarding the timely payment of the lien claimant and the applicability of limitations on chiropractic visits under Labor Code section 4604.5(d)(1), requiring a new decision after further consideration.
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