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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to review the administrative law judge's (WCJ) decision regarding the applicant's permanent disability and apportionment. The Board found that neither the applicant's treating physician, Dr. Paule, nor the defendant's QME, Dr. Strait, provided reports that adequately complied with the requirements of Labor Code § 4663 and relevant case law on apportionment. Consequently, the case was returned to the trial level for further development of the record and a new decision on permanent disability and apportionment.
TERESA CAMPBELL vs. TENET HEALTHCARE, Permissibly SelfInsured, Adjusted By SPECIALTY RISK SERVICES is a workers' compensation case decided in . This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to review the administrative law judge's (WCJ) decision regarding the applicant's permanent disability and apportionment. The Board found that neither the applicant's treating physician, Dr. Paule, nor the defendant's QME, Dr. Strait, provided reports that adequately complied with the requirements of Labor Code § 4663 and relevant case law on apportionment. Consequently, the case was returned to the trial level for further development of the record and a new decision on permanent disability and apportionment.
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