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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to review the WCJ's award of medical treatment based on untimely utilization review (UR) and a previous case. The Board rescinded the WCJ's decision due to a dispute over the timeliness of the UR denial, returning the matter for further development of the record on that specific issue. However, the Board did award a left-sided rhizotomy based on the parties' stipulation, as the applicant had not yet obtained the authorized treatment. The issue of a spinal cord stimulator was deferred as the authorization request was made post-hearing.
ALLEN AMES vs. COINMACH LAUNDRY, ARROWHEAD INDEMNITY COMPANY is a workers' compensation case decided in . 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 .
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration to review the WCJ's award of medical treatment based on untimely utilization review (UR) and a previous case. The Board rescinded the WCJ's decision due to a dispute over the timeliness of the UR denial, returning the matter for further development of the record on that specific issue. However, the Board did award a left-sided rhizotomy based on the parties' stipulation, as the applicant had not yet obtained the authorized treatment. The issue of a spinal cord stimulator was deferred as the authorization request was made post-hearing.
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