Physician Reviewer - Orthopedic Spine (Utilization Review)

Dane Street; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 240,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Dane Street is seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons for a fully remote, non-clinical role. Physicians will conduct Utilization Reviews, providing objective opinions on treatment requests. Flexible scheduling and supplemental income are offered without patient contact.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Supplemental income

Fully remote work

No patient contact

User-friendly portal

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Texas medical license required.
• Active clinical practice is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records for medical necessity.
• Utilize state-specific guidelines for reviews.
• Submit clear and concise determinations.

Skills

Orthopedic Surgery

Evidence-Based Opinions

Education

Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

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:

• 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
• 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.

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