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Can A Claimant Appeal A Rejected Claim?

April 26, 2017appeal claim claimant

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Can A Claimant Appeal A Rejected Claim?

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Yes. The claimant may appeal the carrier’s decision directly to the Worker’s Compensation Board within 26 weeks after receiving a notice of total or partial denial (DB-451). The Board will examine the case and hold a hearing to determine if benefits should be paid.