Thomas, Javona

Applicant, a medication technician, sustained industrial injury to her left shoulder and neck on February 5, 2018, with claimed injuries to her back, upper extremities, and CRPS. The WCJ found 100% permanent total disability based on AME Dr. Mandell's and IME Dr. Feinberg's reporting. Defendant sought reconsideration arguing the WCJ failed to meet Labor Code section 4660 requirements, that the medical and vocational evidence did not support a 100% PD finding, and that the record needed further development after the IME indicated the need for further treatment. The Appeals Board granted reconsideration, noting evidentiary discrepancies (duplicate exhibits, exhibits referenced but not admitted) and that the medical reporting was unclear as to whether the 60% WPI applied only to CRPS or all body parts, and whether the PDRS had been properly rebutted under Fitzpatrick. The Board deferred issuance of a final decision pending further review of the merits and possible development of the record.