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This case involves a lien claimant, Dr. Amaral, seeking reconsideration of a decision regarding his medical lien for services rendered to applicant Vera Ortiz for an injury in 1998. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to clarify that the Labor Code §4604.5 visit limitation does not apply to pre-2004 injuries. The Board affirmed the decision that Dr. Amaral did not meet his burden of proof regarding the full lien amount but deferred the issue of penalties and interest to the trial level.
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This case involves a lien claimant, Dr. Amaral, seeking reconsideration of a decision regarding his medical lien for services rendered to applicant Vera Ortiz for an injury in 1998. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to clarify that the Labor Code §4604.5 visit limitation does not apply to pre-2004 injuries. The Board affirmed the decision that Dr. Amaral did not meet his burden of proof regarding the full lien amount but deferred the issue of penalties and interest to the trial level.
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