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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award, and returned the case for further proceedings. This decision was based on the inadequacy of the medical evidence supporting the applicant's claim of industrial hypertension and hypertensive heart disease, as the court-appointed QME's opinion lacked sufficient factual basis and adherence to procedural requirements. Additionally, the initial trial record was found to be unclear regarding the stipulated and disputed issues, necessitating clarification before a new decision can be rendered.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, rescinded the prior award, and returned the case for further proceedings. This decision was based on the inadequacy of the medical evidence supporting the applicant's claim of industrial hypertension and hypertensive heart disease, as the court-appointed QME's opinion lacked sufficient factual basis and adherence to procedural requirements. Additionally, the initial trial record was found to be unclear regarding the stipulated and disputed issues, necessitating clarification before a new decision can be rendered.
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