Job description

Description

Dane Street, a nationally recognized Independent Review Organization (IRO) and leading provider of Utilization Review (UR) services, is expanding our panel of expert physician reviewers. We are actively seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialists with an active Illinois medical license to perform independent medical reviews on a flexible, remote (telework) basis.

This is a non-clinical, 1099 contract opportunity, ideal for physicians interested in earning supplemental income while maintaining an active clinical practice.

Position Details

Specialty Needed: Orthopedic Surgery – Spine
License Required: Active, unrestricted Illinois medical license
Employment Type: Independent contractor (1099)
Location: Remote / Telework
Compensation: Per-case payment (average case takes 15–20 minutes)
Workload: You choose your own schedule and number of cases
Start Date: Onboarding and training completed in under one week

Key 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

Qualifications

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

Why Join Dane Street?

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

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Physician Reviewer - Orthopedic Spine Surgery