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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration of the original decision, rescinding the prior order that the hospital's lien was reasonable and entitled to penalties. This action returns the case to the trial level to allow the defendant employer the opportunity to present their expert bill reviewer's testimony on the reasonableness of the charges. The Board found that the defendant was denied due process when their expert witness was prevented from testifying due to an automobile accident, and the WCJ improperly denied a continuance.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration of the original decision, rescinding the prior order that the hospital's lien was reasonable and entitled to penalties. This action returns the case to the trial level to allow the defendant employer the opportunity to present their expert bill reviewer's testimony on the reasonableness of the charges. The Board found that the defendant was denied due process when their expert witness was prevented from testifying due to an automobile accident, and the WCJ improperly denied a continuance.
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