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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a WCJ's decision finding applicant sustained industrial injury to her neck and upper extremities. The WCJ also ordered the employer to provide medical treatment outside the Medical Provider Network (MPN). Defendant sought reconsideration, arguing the WCJ erred in allowing out-of-MPN treatment despite proper notice, and in failing to rule on MPN transfer of care. The Board adopted the WCJ's report and denied the defendant's petition, affirming the original findings.
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The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a WCJ's decision finding applicant sustained industrial injury to her neck and upper extremities. The WCJ also ordered the employer to provide medical treatment outside the Medical Provider Network (MPN). Defendant sought reconsideration, arguing the WCJ erred in allowing out-of-MPN treatment despite proper notice, and in failing to rule on MPN transfer of care. The Board adopted the WCJ's report and denied the defendant's petition, affirming the original findings.
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