Physician Reviewer - Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Summary

Join Dane Street, a leading Independent Review Organization (IRO), as a Physician Reviewer. This fully remote, non-clinical role offers supplemental income with flexible scheduling. Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeons with an active New York medical license and Workers’ Compensation Board Certification are needed to conduct Utilization Reviews. Physicians will provide objective, evidence-based opinions on medical necessity of treatment requests and appeals, with no patient contact or treatment involved. The average case takes 15 minutes or less, offering consistent supplemental income. Dane Street provides full onboarding and ongoing support.

Requirements

• Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery (Spine focus preferred)
• Active, unrestricted New York medical license
• Workers’ Compensation Board Certification (New York)
• Active clinical practice

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

Benefits

• Independent contractor (1099) status
• 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