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This case involves a workers' compensation applicant seeking reconsideration of a permanent disability rating. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend the permanent disability rating from 65% to 70%. The Board found that the Qualified Medical Examiner's (QME) apportionment opinion lacked substantial evidence as it failed to adequately explain the basis for attributing disability to pre-existing conditions. Vocational expert reports were also deemed unsubstantial. The issues of life pension rate and attorney fees were deferred for further resolution.
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This case involves a workers' compensation applicant seeking reconsideration of a permanent disability rating. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to amend the permanent disability rating from 65% to 70%. The Board found that the Qualified Medical Examiner's (QME) apportionment opinion lacked substantial evidence as it failed to adequately explain the basis for attributing disability to pre-existing conditions. Vocational expert reports were also deemed unsubstantial. The issues of life pension rate and attorney fees were deferred for further resolution.
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