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Lien claimants sought reconsideration of a decision disallowing their medical treatment liens, arguing applicant lacked proper notice of the employer's Medical Provider Network (MPN). The Appeals Board denied the petition, adopting the WCJ's reasoning. Applicant acknowledged receiving an MPN provider list, and the employer's certification of notice constitutes evidence of compliance absent contrary proof. Furthermore, even if notice was deficient, lien claimants failed to prove this failure led to a neglect or refusal of reasonable medical treatment.
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Lien claimants sought reconsideration of a decision disallowing their medical treatment liens, arguing applicant lacked proper notice of the employer's Medical Provider Network (MPN). The Appeals Board denied the petition, adopting the WCJ's reasoning. Applicant acknowledged receiving an MPN provider list, and the employer's certification of notice constitutes evidence of compliance absent contrary proof. Furthermore, even if notice was deficient, lien claimants failed to prove this failure led to a neglect or refusal of reasonable medical treatment.
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