Nedelcu v Accident Compensation Corporation (Suspension of Entitlements) [2023] NZACC 191 [pdf, 339 KB]
...had a serious problem, so the next day went to the emergency department at North Shore Hospital where he was advised to go to Shorecare. Dr Hilton Jones examined Mr Nedelcu and made a recommendation for him to see a physiotherapist. An ACC45 request for cover for a lumbar sprain was lodged with the Corporation by Dr Jones, whose consultation notes stated that Mr Nedelcu had lumbar spine pain which was referred into his buttocks. Cover was granted by the Corporation on 11 February...