An independent medical examiner's 'determination' under s.104B(5)(b) of the Accident Compensation Act 1985 (Vic) as to total loss is not binding on the Authority; it is for the Authority to make its own decision on entitlement under s.98E. Words must be read into s.104B(9) to permit referral to a Medical Panel where the worker disputes the total loss determination or entitlement to compensation, even though the worker accepts the impairment assessments.
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