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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to review a judge's award for Dr. Richards' services. While finding Dr. Sobol was the primary treating physician and referred applicant for lab tests, the Board determined the record lacked sufficient evidence to prove the reasonableness and necessity of Dr. Richards' specific treatments. Consequently, the original award was rescinded, and the case was remanded for further proceedings to develop the record regarding the exact services provided by the lien claimant.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to review a judge's award for Dr. Richards' services. While finding Dr. Sobol was the primary treating physician and referred applicant for lab tests, the Board determined the record lacked sufficient evidence to prove the reasonableness and necessity of Dr. Richards' specific treatments. Consequently, the original award was rescinded, and the case was remanded for further proceedings to develop the record regarding the exact services provided by the lien claimant.
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