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