Physician Reviewer - Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Summary

Join Dane Street, a leading provider of Utilization Review (UR) services, as a Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist. This is a 1099 contract opportunity to conduct independent medical reviews remotely. You will perform objective, evidence-based reviews of spinal treatment requests, providing medical necessity determinations. This is a non-clinical, advisory-only role offering flexible scheduling and workload control. Dane Street provides full support, including training, resources, and a user-friendly online platform. The average case takes only 15-20 minutes to complete.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Illinois Medical License
• Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery with fellowship training or extensive experience in Spine Surgery
• Active clinical practice
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct objective, evidence-based reviews of spinal treatment requests
• Provide medical necessity determinations and opinions on appealed cases
• No patient interaction or direct clinical care—this is an advisory-only role
• Submit reviews through Dane Street’s secure, user-friendly online platform

Benefits

• Work from Anywhere: 100% remote flexibility
• Your Schedule, Your Volume: Control your time and workload
• Fast, Efficient Reviews: Most cases take only 15–20 minutes
• No Administrative Burden: We manage records, formatting, and coordination
• Full Support: Robust training, easy onboarding, and access to clinical resources
• Intuitive Portal: Chronological records, click-to-access guidelines, and efficient navigation
• Consistent Workflows: Most reviews are due within 1–5 business days