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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, reversing the judge's decision and finding the defendant liable for self-procured medical treatment. The defendant failed to prove they properly transferred the applicant into their Medical Provider Network (MPN) and neglected or refused to provide reasonable treatment by failing to ensure MPN physician availability. Consequently, the applicant's self-procured treatment from the lien claimant is deemed reasonable and compensable. The defendant is liable for the reasonable cost of this treatment, plus interest and penalties.
JOSHUA GROSSMAN vs. ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICE, ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY 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 Appeals Board granted reconsideration, reversing the judge's decision and finding the defendant liable for self-procured medical treatment. The defendant failed to prove they properly transferred the applicant into their Medical Provider Network (MPN) and neglected or refused to provide reasonable treatment by failing to ensure MPN physician availability. Consequently, the applicant's self-procured treatment from the lien claimant is deemed reasonable and compensable. The defendant is liable for the reasonable cost of this treatment, plus interest and penalties.
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