Physician Reviewer - Orthopedic Surgery (Utilization Review)

Dane Street, LLC; New York (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Supplemental income

User-friendly portal for case management

Supplemental income

Job summary

A national leader in medical review services is seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons for a fully remote position. This role focuses on reviewing medical necessity of treatment requests without direct patient interaction. Ideal candidates will have an active New York medical license and Workers’ Compensation Board Certification, with flexible scheduling and supplemental income potential.

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery is required.
• Must have an active, unrestricted New York medical license.
• Workers’ Compensation Board Certification for New York is necessary.
• Active clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records to determine medical necessity of services.
• Utilize state-specific workers’ compensation guidelines.
• 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.

Skills

Medical necessity review

Understand workers’ compensation guidelines

Review medical records

Education

Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Active, unrestricted New York medical license

Workers’ Compensation Board Certification (New York)

Job description

Overview

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
• 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.