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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to a lien claimant seeking reimbursement for a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE). The Board found sufficient evidence that the FCE was requested by the applicant's primary treating physician, Dr. Mays, despite the lack of formal designation. The Board also noted the defendant's failure to respond to the authorization request for the FCE. Ultimately, the Board rescinded the judge's denial and ordered reimbursement for the lien claimant's services.
CLEVETTE THOMAS vs. WELLPOINT, INC.; ZURICH NORTH AMERICA 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 Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to a lien claimant seeking reimbursement for a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE). The Board found sufficient evidence that the FCE was requested by the applicant's primary treating physician, Dr. Mays, despite the lack of formal designation. The Board also noted the defendant's failure to respond to the authorization request for the FCE. Ultimately, the Board rescinded the judge's denial and ordered reimbursement for the lien claimant's services.
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