Longshore IME & Peer Review - Otolaryngology

Dane Street, LLC • Lake Charles, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are expanding our physician panel for Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) cases and are seeking experienced Otolaryngologists to perform Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs), Peer Reviews, or both. The primary demand is within a 50-mile range of Lake Charles, Louisiana, particularly in Otolaryngology. This is an independent contractor opportunity offering flexible, case-based assignments.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Louisiana state medical license
• US Board-certified or board-eligible in Otolaryngology
• Must be AMA 6th Edition Certified (or willing to become certified)
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage case timelines independently

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Opportunity for supplemental income
• Schedule flexibility and predictable work hours
• Fully prepped cases
• Streamlined case flow
• Transcription services at no cost
• User-friendly work portal

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior