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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a prior order denying an employee's request to treat outside her employer's Medical Provider Network (MPN) at the employer's expense. The Board found no evidence that the employer neglected or refused to provide medical treatment. Therefore, the employee is not entitled to select a physician outside the MPN at the defendant's expense. However, the employee retains the right to self-procure treatment outside the MPN at her own cost.
LESLIE HYNES vs. GREAT CLIPS, THE HARTFORD INSURANCE GROUP is a workers' compensation case decided in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a prior order denying an employee's request to treat outside her employer's Medical Provider Network (MPN) at the employer's expense. The Board found no evidence that the employer neglected or refused to provide medical treatment. Therefore, the employee is not entitled to select a physician outside the MPN at the defendant's expense. However, the employee retains the right to self-procure treatment outside the MPN at her own cost.
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