Physician Reviewer - Orthopedic Spine Surgery (Utilization Review) MS

Job Description
Dane Street, a nationally recognized Independent Review Organization (IRO), is expanding its panel of Physician Reviewers. We are currently seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons (Spine experience preferred) licensed in Mississippi to perform Utilization Reviews.

This is a non-clinical, fully remote role designed to offer supplemental income with complete flexibility. As a Physician Reviewer, you will deliver objective, evidence-based opinions regarding the medical necessity of treatment requests and appeals. This is not a treatment role—no patient contact, no exams, and no doctor-patient relationship is established.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review medical records and treatment plans for medical necessity
• Apply state-specific workers’ compensation guidelines and national evidence-based criteria
• Deliver clear, concise, and well-supported determinations
• Complete reviews within assigned timeframes (usually 1–5 business days)
• Participate in peer-to-peer discussions when requested (scheduled by Dane Street)
• Update determinations if additional medical records are submitted

Why Join Dane Street?

• 1099 Independent Contractor status
• Average review time: 15 minutes or less per case
• Flat rate per case – predictable, supplemental income
• Work remotely from anywhere you choose
• Set your own schedule and review volume
• No patient interaction or liability
• Chronologically organized medical records provided
• Intuitive, secure online portal
• Full onboarding and training provided, with ongoing support

Requirements:

• Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery (Spine experience preferred)
• Active, unrestricted medical license in Mississippi
• Experience with Workers’ Compensation cases is a plus
• Must be actively practicing in a clinical setting

About Dane Street:
Dane Street is a national leader in Utilization Review and Independent Medical Review services. We work with highly qualified, practicing physicians to ensure accurate, evidence-based clinical decisions that support better healthcare outcomes.