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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration, upholding the WCJ's decision regarding air ambulance service fees. The board found that California Administrative Rule 9789.70, which dictates reasonable fees for ambulance services, is preempted by the federal Airline Deregulation Act. This preemption applies because the rule attempts to regulate the prices and services of air carriers, which is exclusively within federal purview. Therefore, the board concluded that the specific fee limitations in Rule 9789.70 do not apply to air ambulance services.
JOSEPH MARTIN vs. City of Ukiah, Permissibly Self-Insured, administered by REDWOOD EMPIRE MUNICIPAL FUND is a workers' compensation case decided in Santa Rosa. 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 Santa Rosa.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration, upholding the WCJ's decision regarding air ambulance service fees. The board found that California Administrative Rule 9789.70, which dictates reasonable fees for ambulance services, is preempted by the federal Airline Deregulation Act. This preemption applies because the rule attempts to regulate the prices and services of air carriers, which is exclusively within federal purview. Therefore, the board concluded that the specific fee limitations in Rule 9789.70 do not apply to air ambulance services.
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