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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted Maria Olea's petition for reconsideration of a previous Findings and Award. Olea contested the Administrative Law Judge's reliance on a PQME report over her treating physician's opinions regarding her permanent disability and apportionment. The Board agreed with the WCJ's recommendation to reconsider and has rescinded the prior award. The case is returned to the WCJ for further proceedings, including obtaining a formal disability rating.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted Maria Olea's petition for reconsideration of a previous Findings and Award. Olea contested the Administrative Law Judge's reliance on a PQME report over her treating physician's opinions regarding her permanent disability and apportionment. The Board agreed with the WCJ's recommendation to reconsider and has rescinded the prior award. The case is returned to the WCJ for further proceedings, including obtaining a formal disability rating.
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