Judd v. State ex rel. Wyoming Workers' Safety & Compensation Division

GOLDEN, Justice.

[11] Lois Judd suffered an injury to her right knee while at work. The Workers Compensation Division (Division) found the injury to be compensable and awarded benefits. Judd's knee continued to cause her pain and approximately six months later she sought preauthorization from the Division for knee replacement surgery on her right knee. The Division determined that Judd's current knee problems related solely to preexisting degenerative arthritis and denied further benefits. The Division's denial was upheld by the Medical Commission and affirmed by the district court. We reverse.