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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration of the WCJ's finding that the applicant did not sustain new and further disability. The Board found the prior medical evidence was based on an incomplete history, particularly regarding subsequent injuries and events that exacerbated the applicant's condition. Therefore, the Board rescinded the WCJ's order and returned the case to the trial level for further development of the medical record. This is to ensure a decision can be made based on substantial, complete medical evidence, addressing the applicant's claimed need for surgery due to the progression of her industrial injuries.
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The Appeals Board granted reconsideration of the WCJ's finding that the applicant did not sustain new and further disability. The Board found the prior medical evidence was based on an incomplete history, particularly regarding subsequent injuries and events that exacerbated the applicant's condition. Therefore, the Board rescinded the WCJ's order and returned the case to the trial level for further development of the medical record. This is to ensure a decision can be made based on substantial, complete medical evidence, addressing the applicant's claimed need for surgery due to the progression of her industrial injuries.
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