Orthopedic Surgery Specialist (Mississippi) - Remote Utilization Review Opportun

Freddie Mac; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dane Street is seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons to work as Physician Reviewers in a remote role. This opportunity offers flexibility in scheduling and review volume, allowing you to provide objective evaluations of treatment requests without patient interaction. Ideal candidates should hold an active medical license in Mississippi and have experience with Workers' Compensation cases.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Predictable supplemental income

1099 Independent Contractor status

Comprehensive onboarding and training

Qualifications

• Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with spine experience preferred.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in Mississippi.
• Experience with Workers' Compensation cases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and treatment plans for medical necessity.
• Deliver clear determinations based on state guidelines.
• Complete reviews within assigned timeframes.

Skills

Utilization Reviews

Workers' Compensation guidelines

Evidence-based opinions

Education

Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Active medical license in Mississippi

Job description

Job Description
Dane Street, a nationally recognized Independent Review Organization (IRO), is expanding its panel of Physician Reviewers. We are currently seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons (Spine experience preferred) licensed in Mississippi to perform Utilization Reviews.

This is a non-clinical, fully remote role designed to offer supplemental income with complete flexibility. As a Physician Reviewer, you will deliver objective, evidence-based opinions regarding the medical necessity of treatment requests and appeals. This is not a treatment role-no patient contact, no exams, and no doctor-patient relationship is established.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review medical records and treatment plans for medical necessity
• Apply state-specific workers' compensation guidelines and national evidence-based criteria
• Deliver clear, concise, and well-supported determinations
• Complete reviews within assigned timeframes (usually 1-5 business days)
• Participate in peer-to-peer discussions when requested (scheduled by Dane Street)
• Update determinations if additional medical records are submitted

Why Join Dane Street?

• 1099 Independent Contractor status
• Average review time: 15 minutes or less per case
• Flat rate per case - predictable, supplemental income
• Work remotely from anywhere you choose
• Set your own schedule and review volume
• No patient interaction or liability
• Chronologically organized medical records provided
• Intuitive, secure online portal
• Full onboarding and training provided, with ongoing support

Requirements:

• Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery (Spine experience preferred)
• Active, unrestricted medical license in Mississippi
• Experience with Workers' Compensation cases is a plus
• Must be actively practicing in a clinical setting

About Dane Street:
Dane Street is a national leader in Utilization Review and Independent Medical Review services. We work with highly qualified, practicing physicians to ensure accurate, evidence-based clinical decisions that support better healthcare outcomes.