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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted the employer's petition for reconsideration, reversing a prior decision. The WCAB found that the employer's utilization review (UR) decisions regarding medical treatment requests were timely. Consequently, the prior award of a cognitive rehabilitation program at Casa Colina to the applicant was rescinded. The WCAB emphasized that timely UR is a prerequisite for awarding such treatment.
TERRI SCOTT vs. CITY OF LOS ANGELES is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted the employer's petition for reconsideration, reversing a prior decision. The WCAB found that the employer's utilization review (UR) decisions regarding medical treatment requests were timely. Consequently, the prior award of a cognitive rehabilitation program at Casa Colina to the applicant was rescinded. The WCAB emphasized that timely UR is a prerequisite for awarding such treatment.
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