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This case involves a lien claim by an anesthesiologist, Dr. Vaughn, for services rendered during a lumbar IDET procedure performed by Dr. Sandhu on an injured worker. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, reversing the trial judge's denial of the lien. The WCAB found that the anesthesiology services were reasonable and necessary at the time they were performed, as Dr. Vaughn had no reason to question the treating physician's judgment. Furthermore, the Board held that the defendant insurer could not deny liability based on prior silence regarding Dr. Sandhu's requested treatment, citing principles of implied authorization and equitable liability. The WCAB allowed Dr. Vaughn's lien, with the specific amount to be determined by the parties or the trial judge.
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This case involves a lien claim by an anesthesiologist, Dr. Vaughn, for services rendered during a lumbar IDET procedure performed by Dr. Sandhu on an injured worker. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, reversing the trial judge's denial of the lien. The WCAB found that the anesthesiology services were reasonable and necessary at the time they were performed, as Dr. Vaughn had no reason to question the treating physician's judgment. Furthermore, the Board held that the defendant insurer could not deny liability based on prior silence regarding Dr. Sandhu's requested treatment, citing principles of implied authorization and equitable liability. The WCAB allowed Dr. Vaughn's lien, with the specific amount to be determined by the parties or the trial judge.
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