Orthopedic Surgeons Needed for Examination Panel

Description Dane Street, a leading Independent Review Organization (IRO) and national provider of Utilization Review (UR) services, is currently expanding our physician panel. We are seeking Board-Certified Neurological Surgeons with an active Illinois medical license to perform independent medical reviews on a flexible, remote (telework) basis. This is a non-clinical, contract opportunity (1099) ideal for physicians interested in supplemental income and non-traditional work while maintaining an active surgical or clinical practice. Position Details Specialty Needed: Neurological Surgery License Required: Active, unrestricted Illinois medical license Employment Type: Independent contractor (1099) Location: Telework / Remote Compensation: Per-case payment (average case takes 15–20 minutes) Workload: You set your own schedule and case volume Start Date: Training and onboarding can be completed in under one week Key Responsibilities Provide medical necessity determinations on treatment and surgical requests Review appealed cases and render evidence-based opinions No direct patient care or treatment involved – this is advisory only Complete all reviews using Dane Street’s secure and user-friendly portal Requirements Current, unrestricted Illinois Medical License Board Certification in Neurological Surgery Active clinical or surgical practice Strong written communication skills Why Join Dane Street? Flexible Schedule: Choose your availability and volume of cases Efficient Workflow: Reviews average 15–20 minutes each No Admin Burden: We handle all records, communications, and formatting Supportive Team: Full training, dedicated onboarding, and ongoing support Streamlined Technology: Chronological records and guideline references in a simple click-to-view portal Predictable Turnaround: Most reviews due within 1–5 business days

Dane Street is expanding our physician panel!  This is a telework opportunity for supplemental income for physicians providing a caseload customized to your schedule. Our physician panel is comprised of independent contract reviewers (1099) compensated on a per-case basis. The ideal candidates will hold a CT license and be Board Certified in Pain Management, with experience in completing Independent Medical Exams. Independent Medical Exam must be completed within 35 miles of Bridgeport, CT. Requirements As Physician Reviewer/Advisor, you will utilize clinical expertise and reviews insurance appeals, and prospective and retrospective claims. The Physician Reviewer will provide an interpretation of the medical necessity of services provided by other healthcare professionals in compliance with client specific policies, nationally recognized evidence-based guidelines, and standards of care. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviews all medical records and addresses each question posed by the client utilizing client specific criteria or other nationally recognized evidence-based criteria Ensures that the rationale for the determination is clear, concise, and contains adequate supporting documentation to substantiate the decision Identifies, critiques, and utilizes current criteria and resources such as national, state, and professional association guidelines and peer-reviewed literature that support sound and objective decision-making and rationales in reviews; refrains from using case studies, cohorts, and the like to make decisions due to their limited sample sizes Provides copies of any criteria utilized in a review with the report in a timely manner Returns cases on or before the due date and time Makes telephone calls as mandated by the state and/or client specifics Maintains proper credentialing and state licenses and any special certifications or requirements necessary to perform the job Attends all required orientation and training Performs other duties as assigned including identifying and responding to quality assurance issues, complaints, regulatory issues, depositions, court appearances, or audits Board certification required, active practice required PLEASE BE AWARE: In the interest of the security of all parties, Dane Street will never conduct interviews via text or request checks from candidates for any reason including the purchase of equipment. Benefits Robust opportunity for supplemental income Schedule flexibility and predictable work hours - You choose services and case types, dictate volume, and conduct exams and reviews based on your schedule availability No doctor/patient relationship is established and no treatment is provided. These are advisory-only opinions. Enhanced industry expertise strengthening your medical practice with medical necessity and utilization review/management expertise Expanded credentials as an expert in Independent Medical Exams and physician advisor services Fully prepped cases, streamlined case flow, transcription services at no cost, and user-friendly work portal  Dane Street supports all referral processes, scheduling, preps cases extensively, prepares all medical records, provides transcription services as applicable, facilitates all client communications, and ensures the quality and timeliness of all reports and report delivery.   Apply for this job

Dane Street has new openings for providers who have available, independent exam space and are interested in supporting our Government Services division, which performs Medical Disability Exams for Veterans of the United States Military. We are working with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to address the backlog of these exams, and there are currently a considerable number of exams available in your area. These Medical Disability Exams are crucial in the VA process for determining the benefits Veterans can receive because of service-connected health issues. Here are some key highlights of this important work: · Objectivity: Focus solely on objective evaluations. You will not treat or diagnose patients. · Flexibility: Create schedules based on your availability without impacting your existing practice. · Direct Compensation: Get paid directly by Dane Street with no rigorous claims process for the work completed. Dane Street, founded in 2008 as an Independent Review Organization (IRO) that conducts medical exams across many lines of business, is proud to perform these Medical Disability Exams as we make a difference in the lives of our veterans.  We hope you will join us!

Dane Street has new openings for providers who have available, independent exam space and are interested in supporting our Government Services division, which performs Medical Disability Exams for Veterans of the United States Military. We are working with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to address the backlog of these exams, and there are currently a considerable number of exams available in your area. These Medical Disability Exams are crucial in the VA process for determining the benefits Veterans can receive because of service-connected health issues. Here are some key highlights of this important work: · Objectivity: Focus solely on objective evaluations. You will not treat or diagnose patients. · Flexibility: Create schedules based on your availability without impacting your existing practice. · Direct Compensation: Get paid directly by Dane Street with no rigorous claims process for the work completed. Dane Street, founded in 2008 as an Independent Review Organization (IRO) that conducts medical exams across many lines of business, is proud to perform these Medical Disability Exams as we make a difference in the lives of our veterans.  We hope you will join us!

Requirements As Physician Reviewer/Advisor for Independent Medical Exams (IME), you will utilize clinical expertise and reviews insurance appeals, and prospective and retrospective claims. The Physician Reviewer will provide an interpretation of the medical necessity of services provided by other healthcare professionals in compliance with client specific policies, nationally recognized evidence-based guidelines, and standards of care. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviews all medical records and addresses each question posed by the client utilizing client specific criteria or other nationally recognized evidence-based criteria Ensures that the rationale for the determination is clear, concise, and contains adequate supporting documentation to substantiate the decision Identifies, critiques, and utilizes current criteria and resources such as national, state, and professional association guidelines and peer-reviewed literature that support sound and objective decision-making and rationales in reviews; refrains from using case studies, cohorts, and the like to make decisions due to their limited sample sizes Provides copies of any criteria utilized in a review with the report in a timely manner Returns cases on or before the due date and time Makes telephone calls as mandated by the state and/or client specifics Maintains proper credentialing and state licenses and any special certifications or requirements necessary to perform the job Attends all required orientation and training Performs other duties as assigned including identifying and responding to quality assurance issues, complaints, regulatory issues, depositions, court appearances, or audits Board certification required, active practice required PLEASE BE AWARE: In the interest of the security of all parties, Dane Street will never conduct interviews via text or request checks from candidates for any reason including the purchase of equipment.  Benefits Robust opportunity for supplemental income Schedule flexibility and predictable work hours - You choose services and case types, dictate volume, and conduct exams and reviews based on your schedule availability No doctor/patient relationship is established and no treatment is provided. These are advisory-only opinions. Enhanced industry expertise strengthening your medical practice with medical necessity and utilization review/management expertise Expanded credentials as an expert in Independent Medical Exams and physician advisor services Fully prepped cases, streamlined case flow, transcription services at no cost, and user-friendly work portal Dane Street supports all referral processes, scheduling, preps cases extensively, prepares all medical records, provides transcription services as applicable, facilitates all client communications, and ensures the quality and timeliness of all reports and report delivery.   Apply for this job

Dane Street has new openings for providers who have available, independent exam space and are interested in supporting our Government Services division, which performs Medical Disability Exams for Veterans of the United States Military. We are working with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to address the backlog of these exams, and there are currently a considerable number of exams available in your area. These Medical Disability Exams are crucial in the VA process for determining the benefits Veterans can receive because of service-connected health issues. Here are some key highlights of this important work: · Objectivity: Focus solely on objective evaluations. You will not treat or diagnose patients. · Flexibility: Create schedules based on your availability without impacting your existing practice. · Direct Compensation: Get paid directly by Dane Street with no rigorous claims process for the work completed. Dane Street, founded in 2008 as an Independent Review Organization (IRO) that conducts medical exams across many lines of business, is proud to perform these Medical Disability Exams as we make a difference in the lives of our veterans.  We hope you will join us!