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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration for a lien claimant challenging a judge's finding that the employer was not liable for medical treatment outside its Medical Provider Network (MPN). The Board found the judge failed to establish a proper evidentiary record, specifically by not admitting the employer's exhibits into evidence. Consequently, the Board rescinded the original decision and returned the case for further proceedings to create an adequate record to support any future determination regarding MPN applicability and notice.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration for a lien claimant challenging a judge's finding that the employer was not liable for medical treatment outside its Medical Provider Network (MPN). The Board found the judge failed to establish a proper evidentiary record, specifically by not admitting the employer's exhibits into evidence. Consequently, the Board rescinded the original decision and returned the case for further proceedings to create an adequate record to support any future determination regarding MPN applicability and notice.
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