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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, amending a prior finding to award further medical treatment for admitted industrial hernias. While the original finding denied permanent disability and further treatment, the Board found a stipulation by the parties and the Agreed Medical Evaluator's opinion supported the need for ongoing medical follow-up. The Board affirmed the original finding that the injury did not cause ratable permanent disability based on the AME's report and statutory guidelines.
CARROL BARRIE vs. STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND is a workers' compensation case decided in . This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration, amending a prior finding to award further medical treatment for admitted industrial hernias. While the original finding denied permanent disability and further treatment, the Board found a stipulation by the parties and the Agreed Medical Evaluator's opinion supported the need for ongoing medical follow-up. The Board affirmed the original finding that the injury did not cause ratable permanent disability based on the AME's report and statutory guidelines.
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