Physician Reviewer - Orthopedic Spine (Utilization Review)

Dane Street, LLC; Texas; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons for a fully remote, non-clinical role in Utilization Review. This position allows physicians to provide objective, evidence-based opinions on treatment requests without patient interaction. With flexible scheduling and the ability to control your workload, this opportunity offers supplemental income while ensuring high-quality clinical decisions. Join a team that values your expertise and supports better healthcare outcomes across the system.

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery required.
• Active, unrestricted Texas medical license needed.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records to determine medical necessity.
• Utilize workers’ compensation guidelines for evaluations.

Skills

Orthopedic Surgery

Utilization Review

Evidence-Based Medicine

Education

Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Active Texas Medical License

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 with an active Texas 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 :

• Average case takes 15 minutes or less
• 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 Texas medical license
• 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.