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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reversed a prior Independent Medical Review (IMR) decision that denied the applicant's Norco prescription. The Board found the IMR reviewer failed to consider all submitted medical records and prior IMR determinations, leading to plainly erroneous findings of fact. Specifically, the IMR reviewer incorrectly stated there was no documentation of functional improvement with Norco, despite such documentation being present. The case is remanded for a new IMR review by a different reviewer or organization.
JOCELYN BOWEN vs. COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO is a workers' compensation case decided in San Bernardino. 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 Bernardino.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board reversed a prior Independent Medical Review (IMR) decision that denied the applicant's Norco prescription. The Board found the IMR reviewer failed to consider all submitted medical records and prior IMR determinations, leading to plainly erroneous findings of fact. Specifically, the IMR reviewer incorrectly stated there was no documentation of functional improvement with Norco, despite such documentation being present. The case is remanded for a new IMR review by a different reviewer or organization.
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