OAR 436-001-0225: Scope of Review/Limitations on the Record

(1) Except for the matters listed in sections (2) and (3) of this rule and unless otherwise provided by statute or administrative rule: (a) The administrative law judge reviews all matters within the director’s jurisdiction de novo; and (b) New evidence may be admitted and considered. (2) In medical service and medical treatment disputes under ORS 656.245, 656.247(3)(a), and 656.327, and managed care disputes under ORS 656.260(16), the administrative law judge may modify the director’s order only if it is not supported by substantial evidence in the record or if it reflects an error of law. New evidence or issues may not be admitted or considered. (3) In vocational assistance disputes under ORS 656.340, new evidence may be admitted and considered. Under ORS 656.340(16), the administrative law judge may modify the director’s order only if it: (a) Violates a statute or rule; (b) Exceeds the director’s statutory authority; (c) Was made upon unlawful procedure; or (d) Was characterized by abuse of discretion or clearly unwarranted exercise of discretion.