Orthopedic Spine Surgeon - Utilization Reviewer ( MUST be licensed in New York)

Dane Street, a nationally recognized Independent Review Organization (IRO) and leading provider of Utilization Review (UR) services, is expanding our expert physician panel. We are actively seeking Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeons licensed in New York to perform independent medical reviews on a flexible, remote basis.

This is a non-clinical, contract-based opportunity ideal for surgeons looking to earn supplemental income while maintaining their clinical practice.

Position Overview

• Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery (Spine Focus Preferred)
• License: Active, unrestricted New York medical license required
• Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
• Work Location: Fully Remote / Telework
• Compensation: Per-case basis (average case review takes 15–20 minutes)
• Scheduling: You set your own availability and case volume
• Start Date: Onboarding and training completed in under 1 week

Key Responsibilities

• Review treatment requests and determine medical necessity
• Evaluate appealed cases and deliver impartial, evidence-based decisions
• Provide detailed written reports—no direct patient care involved
• Utilize Dane Street’s secure, intuitive online portal for all casework

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery (Spine subspecialty preferred)
• Active, unrestricted New York Medical License
• Ongoing clinical practice required
• Strong analytical and written communication skills
• Ability to apply clinical knowledge to guideline-based review processes

Why Partner with Dane Street?

• Flexibility: Work when and how often you want—total control over your schedule
• Efficiency: Most reviews take just 15–20 minutes
• No Admin Hassles: We handle all record collection and formatting
• Supportive Onboarding: Full training and continuous team support provided
• Streamlined Technology: Access to organized case records and clinical guidelines in one user-friendly platform
• Timely Turnarounds: Most cases are due within 1–5 business days

Ready to join a trusted leader in medical review services and make an impact—on your terms?
Apply now to become a part of Dane Street’s expert physician panel.