Orthopedic Surgery Independent Medical Examiner

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and address client questions using specific or evidence-based criteria
• Ensure rationales for determinations are clear, concise, and adequately documented
• Utilize current national, state, and professional association guidelines and peer-reviewed literature
• Provide copies of utilized criteria with reports in a timely manner
• Return cases on or before the specified due date and time
• Perform telephone calls as mandated by state or client requirements
• Maintain proper credentialing, state licenses, and necessary certifications
• Respond to quality assurance issues, complaints, regulatory issues, depositions, or audits

Requirements

• Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery
• Active medical practice
• Ability to maintain proper state licenses and credentials

Benefits

• Robust opportunity for supplemental income
• Schedule flexibility and predictable work hours
• No doctor/patient relationship or treatment provided
• Enhanced industry expertise in medical necessity and utilization review
• Expanded credentials as an expert in Independent Medical Exams
• Fully prepped cases, streamlined case flow, and free transcription services

About the Company

Dane Street supports all referral processes, scheduling, case preparation, and client communications to ensure the quality and timeliness of medical reports.