What are the responsibilities and job description for the IME Request for Orthopedic Surgeon position at Dane Street?
Dane Street, LLC is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Surgeon to take on the role of Independent Medical Examiner (IME). This position involves conducting thorough assessments and evaluations of orthopedic-related claims, providing expert opinions on the necessity and appropriateness of medical treatments, and issuing comprehensive reports based on clinical findings. The IME will work closely with insurance companies to help ensure fair and timely claims resolution.
Requirements
Benefits
Benefits
Requirements
- Must be a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon with a valid state medical license
- Experience in performing independent medical evaluations preferred
- Strong knowledge of orthopedic treatments, standards of care, and evidence-based guidelines
- Excellent communication and documentation skills, able to convey complex medical information clearly
- Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines while maintaining professionalism
- Prior experience working with insurance providers or in a similar capacity is a plus
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development
- Attention to detail and commitment to providing unbiased assessments
Benefits
Benefits
- Robust opportunity for supplemental income
- Schedule flexibility and predictable work hours - You choose services and case types, dictate volume, and conduct exams and reviews based on your schedule availability
- No doctor/patient relationship is established and no treatment is provided. These are advisory-only opinions
- Enhanced industry expertise strengthening your medical practice with medical necessity and utilization review/management expertise
- Expanded credentials as an expert in Independent Medical Exams and physician advisor services
- Fully prepped cases, streamlined case flow, transcription services at no cost, and user-friendly work portal