What happens after a claimant requests Board review of an Own Motion Notice of Closure?
The Board notifies all parties that review has been requested. The carrier has 14 days after notification to submit to the Board, the claimant, and the claimant’s attorney, if any, legible copies of all evidence pertaining to the claimant’s compensable condition at closure. OAR 438-012-0060(3). This evidence would include, but is not limited to, all relevant medical reports, chart notes, and all litigation orders, Notices of Acceptance, Determination Orders, Orders on Reconsideration, Notices of Closure and worksheet(s). The carrier may also submit written arguments at that time. The claimant may submit additional evidence and written arguments within 21 days from the mailing date of the carrier’s evidence. OAR 438-012-0060(4). Thereafter, the Board will complete its review and issue its decision. Medical Arbiter: If the claimant requests Board review of an Own Motion Notice of Closure and the claimant or the carrier objects to the impairment findings used to rate impairment for a “pos
