Orthopedics - Spine Physician

Dane Street; New York (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dane Street is seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeons for a fully remote, non-clinical role in Utilization Reviews. The position offers flexible scheduling and supplemental income, requiring no patient contact. Responsibilities include reviewing medical records and providing evidence-based opinions on treatment requests.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Fully remote work

User-friendly portal for case management

Full onboarding and ongoing support

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted New York medical license required.
• Active clinical practice is necessary.
• Spine focus preferred for Board Certification.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records to determine medical necessity of services.
• Utilize state-specific workers compensation guidelines.
• Submit clear and concise determinations.

Skills

Evidence-based opinions

Medical necessity determination

Education

Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Workers Compensation Board Certification

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 Spine 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

• 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 (Spine focus preferred)

• 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.