Orthopedic Spine Surgeon - Medical Reviewer (TN)

About this role

Overview
Dane Street is seeking experienced Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeons licensed in Tennessee to join our growing panel of independent physician reviewers. In this role, you will apply your clinical expertise to conduct comprehensive medical record reviews and provide objective, evidence-based opinions on cases involving spinal conditions, injuries, treatments, and surgical interventions.
This fully remote opportunity offers flexible scheduling and the ability to customize your workload while working as a 1099 independent contractor.
Position Description
As a Physician Reviewer, you will evaluate medical records, prepare concise clinical summaries, and provide independent medical opinions in response to specific questions posed by our clients. Reviews may include assessments of medical necessity, appropriateness of care, causation, impairment, treatment recommendations, and other issues related to orthopedic spine care.
Primary responsibilities include:

Reviewing medical records and supporting documentation

Conducting evidence-based clinical assessments

Preparing clear, comprehensive written reports

Participating in peer-to-peer discussions when necessary

Answering client-specific questions regarding orthopedic spine diagnoses, treatment plans, and surgical interventions

Applying current clinical guidelines and standards of care to all reviews

Areas of Expertise

Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Degenerative Spine Conditions

Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Disorders

Spinal Trauma and Injury

Minimally Invasive Spine Procedures

Spinal Fusion and Reconstructive Surgery

Non-Operative and Surgical Spine Management

Join a team that values your expertise and commitment to improving the quality, accuracy, and consistency of healthcare assessments. Your clinical knowledge plays a critical role in supporting high-quality medical determinations.
Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship training and significant experience in Spine Surgery preferred

Current, unrestricted Tennessee medical license

Active clinical practice or recent experience in orthopedic spine surgery

Minimum of 5 years of post-residency clinical experience

Ability to attend required orientation and training sessions

Maintain all applicable licensure, certifications, credentialing, and professional requirements necessary to perform reviewer services

Benefits

Independent consultant role with flexible scheduling

Ability to choose case types and workload based on availability

No physician-patient relationship established; no treatment is rendered—reviews are advisory in nature only

Streamlined case assignment and management through a user-friendly online portal

Administrative support provided by Dane Street, including record collection and organization

Fully prepared cases with chronological medical records and applicable clinical guidelines

Initial training, ongoing support, and a dedicated point of contact

Predictable workflow with opportunities for supplemental professional income

Dane Street is committed to partnering with highly qualified specialists who bring clinical excellence, objectivity, and professionalism to every review.
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