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An Independent Medical Examination (IME) job involves evaluating a patient’s medical condition, often at the request of insurance companies, employers, or legal entities. A healthcare professional, usually a physician, conducts an objective assessment to determine the extent of an injury, disability, or medical condition. IME professionals do not provide treatment but instead offer an independent opinion based on medical records, diagnostic tests, and a physical examination. Their findings may be used in legal cases, workers’ compensation claims, or disability evaluations.

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Independent Medical Exam IME Doctor (M.D., D.O.) Board-Certified in Orthopedics

Dane Street, LLC

Flint, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Dane Street is expanding our physician panel! We are seeking a skilled and board-certified Orthopedic Surgeons in Flint, MI, to join our team for Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs). This role offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to select or decline assignments based on your availability. Our physician panel is comprised of independent contract reviewers (1099) compensated on a per-case basis.

Dane Street is a national leader in Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) and peer review services, trusted by insurance carriers and organizations across the country for objective, high-quality medical evaluations.

Requirements

  • Thorough review of Medical Records
  • Perform in-person evaluations of patients with orthopedic issues
  • Respond to clinical queries to support claims management
  • Deliver detailed IME reports within an expected turnaround time of 5 days
    • Board-certification required.
    • Previous experience in performing IMEs is preferred.
    • Strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities are a plus
  • If you are a dedicated Orthopedic Surgeon looking for a flexible opportunity to apply your expertise in an IME capacity, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

  • Robust opportunity for supplemental income
  • Schedule flexibility and predictable work hours-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 
  • Fully prepped cases, streamlined case flow, transcription services at no cost, and a user-friendly work portal