Case No. ADJ8039057RegularJan 07, 2014
LAURIE CARRICO vs. LAW OFFICES OF STEPHEN BELGUM, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND
The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) rescinded a prior finding that the defendant's utilization review (UR) was defective regarding the applicant's shoulder surgery. The WCAB clarified its jurisdiction, stating it can only determine UR timeliness. All other disputes regarding the UR decision, including its compliance with Labor Code section 4610, must be resolved through Independent Medical Review (IMR). Therefore, the case was returned to the trial level to complete the IMR process.
Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardLaurie CarricoLaw Offices of Stephen BelgumState Compensation Insurance FundADJ8039057San BernardinoOpinion and Decision After ReconsiderationFindings and Awardindustrial injuryshoulders
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