Orthopedic Surgery Physician

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person, objective, and defensible Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) for Longshore cases
• Perform comprehensive peer reviews of medical records
• Provide detailed, timely, and high-quality written reports
• Maintain strict compliance with LHWCA standards and documentation requirements

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Louisiana state medical license
• US Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• AMA 6th Edition Certification (or willingness to become certified)
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage case timelines independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing 30+ Longshore IMEs and/or Peer Reviews
• Prior work with third-party administrators (TPAs), insurance carriers, employers, or IME vendors
• Multi-state Longshore case experience

Benefits

• Opportunity for supplemental income with flexible, case-based assignments
• Schedule flexibility to conduct exams and reviews based on your availability
• Streamlined workflow with fully prepped cases and free transcription services
• Enhanced industry expertise in medical necessity and utilization review
• Expanded professional credentials as an expert in Independent Medical Exams

About the Company

Dane Street, LLC is expanding its physician panel to support Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) cases, providing expert medical opinions through IMEs and peer reviews.