Physician Reviewer - Orthopedic Spine Surgery (Utilization Review)

Summary

Join Dane Street, a leading Independent Review Organization (IRO), as a Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon to conduct Utilization Reviews. This fully remote, non-clinical role offers flexible scheduling and supplemental income. As an independent contractor, you will review medical records to determine the medical necessity of treatment requests and appeals, utilizing state-specific workers' compensation guidelines and nationally recognized criteria. You will submit clear, concise, and well-supported determinations within required timeframes, participate in peer-to-peer calls as needed, and complete addenda when new information is provided. Dane Street provides full onboarding and ongoing support, ensuring a user-friendly experience with streamlined case management.

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
• 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