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A medical evaluation concerning a claim for psychiatric injury (whether specific or cumulative in nature) shall not be completed by a QME in less than one hour of face to face time. One hour is considered the minimum allowable face to face time for an uncomplicated evaluation. The evaluator shall state in the evaluation report that he or she has complied with these guidelines and explain in detail any variance.
NOTE: Authority cited: Sections 139 and 139.2(j), Labor Code. Reference: Sections 139, 139.2 and 4628, Labor Code.
HISTORY
1. Change without regulatory effect renumbering former section 149.8 to new section 49.8 filed 8-31-94 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 94, No. 35).
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