Dane Street, a nationally recognized Independent Review Organization (IRO), is expanding its panel of Physician Reviewers. We are currently seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons with an active New York medical license and Workers Compensation Board Certification to conduct Utilization Reviews.
This is a fully remote, non-clinical role offering supplemental income with flexible scheduling. Physicians provide objective, evidence-based opinions on the medical necessity of treatment requests and appeals. No patient contact, no treatment, and no doctor-patient relationship is established.
Key Responsibilities:
Review medical records to determine the medical necessity of services
Utilize state-specific workers compensation guidelines and nationally recognized criteria
Submit clear, concise, and well-supported determinations
Complete reviews within required timeframes (typically 1 5 business days)
Participate in peer-to-peer calls as needed (coordinated by Dane Street)
Complete addenda when new information is provided
Role Highlights:
Independent contractor (1099) status
The average case takes 15 minutes or less
Flat rate per case consistent, supplemental income
Fully remote work from anywhere
You control volume and availability
No direct patient interaction or treatment
Chronological, pre-organized medical records provided
User-friendly portal and streamlined case management
Full onboarding and ongoing support included
Requirements:
Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery
Active, unrestricted New York medical license
Workers Compensation Board Certification (New York)
Active clinical practice
About Dane Street:
Dane Street is a national leader in Utilization Review and Independent Medical Review services. We partner with highly qualified, actively practicing physicians to ensure high-quality, evidence-based clinical decisions that support better outcomes across the healthcare system.
Apply today to join our Physician Review Panel and start earning on your schedule.
Read LessAs Physician Reviewer/Advisor for Independent Medical Exams (IME), you will utilize clinical expertise and reviews insurance appeals, and prospective and retrospective claims. The Physician Reviewer will provide an interpretation of the medical necessity of services provided by other healthcare professionals in compliance with client specific policies, nationally recognized evidence-based guidelines, and standards of care.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reviews all medical records and addresses each question posed by the client utilizing client specific criteria or other nationally recognized evidence-based criteriaEnsures that the rationale for the determination is clear, concise, and contains adequate supporting documentation to substantiate the decisionIdentifies, critiques, and utilizes current criteria and resources such as national, state, and professional association guidelines and peer-reviewed literature that support sound and objective decision-making and rationales in reviews; refrains from using case studies, cohorts, and the like to make decisions due to their limited sample sizesProvides copies of any criteria utilized in a review with the report in a timely mannerReturns cases on or before the due date and timeMakes telephone calls as mandated by the state and/or client specificsMaintains proper credentialing and state licenses and any special certifications or requirements necessary to perform the jobAttends all required orientation and trainingPerforms other duties as assigned including identifying and responding to quality assurance issues, complaints, regulatory issues, depositions, court appearances, or auditsBoard certification required, active practice requiredPLEASE BE AWARE: In the interest of the security of all parties, Dane Street will never conduct interviews via text or request checks from candidates for any reason including the purchase of equipment.
Benefits
Robust opportunity for supplemental incomeSchedule flexibility and predictable work hours - You choose services and case types, dictate volume, and conduct exams and reviews based on your schedule availabilityNo doctor/patient relationship is established and no treatment is provided. These are advisory-only opinions.Enhanced industry expertise strengthening your medical practice with medical necessity and utilization review/management expertiseExpanded credentials as an expert in Independent Medical Exams and physician advisor servicesFully prepped cases, streamlined case flow, transcription services at no cost, and user-friendly work portalDane Street supports all referral processes, scheduling, preps cases extensively, prepares all medical records, provides transcription services as applicable, facilitates all client communications, and ensures the quality and timeliness of all reports and report delivery.
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