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 Texas 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 allowing you to conduct exams and reviews based on your availability
• Enhanced industry expertise in medical necessity and utilization review/management
• Expanded credentials as an expert in Independent Medical Exams
• Streamlined workflow including fully prepped cases, transcription services at no cost, and a user-friendly work portal

About the Company

Dane Street, LLC is expanding its physician panel to support Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) cases, providing expert medical advisory services.