Physician Reviewer - Psychiatry

Summary

Join Dane Street, a leading Independent Review Organization (IRO), as a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to conduct Utilization Reviews. This fully remote, non-clinical role offers supplemental income with flexible scheduling. Physicians provide objective, evidence-based opinions on medical necessity of treatment requests and appeals, without patient contact or treatment. The role involves reviewing medical records, utilizing state-specific guidelines, and submitting well-supported determinations within given timeframes. Dane Street provides full onboarding, ongoing support, and a user-friendly portal. This is an independent contractor (1099) position.

Requirements

• Board Certification in Psychiatry
• 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