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The Appeals Board denied defendant's petition for reconsideration of a Workers' Compensation Appeals Board award. The defendant argued the applicant's treating physician's psychiatric reports lacked substantial evidence and that a QME's report was more accurate. The Board found that the treating physician's opinions, which were well-reasoned and considered the applicant's medical history, constituted substantial evidence. Therefore, the Board upheld the original award finding the applicant sustained injury to her spine, psyche, and gastrointestinal/sleep disorders, resulting in 81% permanent partial disability.
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The Appeals Board denied defendant's petition for reconsideration of a Workers' Compensation Appeals Board award. The defendant argued the applicant's treating physician's psychiatric reports lacked substantial evidence and that a QME's report was more accurate. The Board found that the treating physician's opinions, which were well-reasoned and considered the applicant's medical history, constituted substantial evidence. Therefore, the Board upheld the original award finding the applicant sustained injury to her spine, psyche, and gastrointestinal/sleep disorders, resulting in 81% permanent partial disability.
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