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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior award, remanding the case for further proceedings. The Board found the WCJ failed to fully address apportionment, a mandated issue. Specifically, the WCJ neglected to consider apportionment of orthopedic and psychiatric disability as determined by AMEs, beyond the rheumatologist's opinion on fibromyalgia. The Board also noted that existing medical reports may be stale, necessitating potential new evaluations.
KIMBERLY DeNOVA-JOY vs. SANTA PAULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT, CIGA On Behalf of FREMONT INSURANCE COMPANY In Liquidation, As Administered By CAMBRIDGE INTERGRATED SERVICES is a workers' compensation case decided in San Francisco. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded a prior award, remanding the case for further proceedings. The Board found the WCJ failed to fully address apportionment, a mandated issue. Specifically, the WCJ neglected to consider apportionment of orthopedic and psychiatric disability as determined by AMEs, beyond the rheumatologist's opinion on fibromyalgia. The Board also noted that existing medical reports may be stale, necessitating potential new evaluations.
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