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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior decision regarding Dr. Brown's medical lien. The Board found that the reasonableness and necessity of Dr. Brown's treatment charges for applicant's 2003 industrial neck and back injury require further review. While defendants failed to properly object to bills, Dr. Brown still bears the burden of proving reasonableness. The case is remanded for the WCJ to determine which specific charges were reasonable and necessary, subject to OMFS, penalties, and interest.
DARIO MEDRANO vs. FEIST CABINETS, VIRGINIA SURETY is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration of a prior decision regarding Dr. Brown's medical lien. The Board found that the reasonableness and necessity of Dr. Brown's treatment charges for applicant's 2003 industrial neck and back injury require further review. While defendants failed to properly object to bills, Dr. Brown still bears the burden of proving reasonableness. The case is remanded for the WCJ to determine which specific charges were reasonable and necessary, subject to OMFS, penalties, and interest.
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