Longshore IME & Peer Review Physicians (Independent Contractor)

Overview

We are expanding our physician panel for Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) cases and are seeking experienced physicians to perform:

Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) Peer Reviews Or both Primary demand is in TX, LA, and CA , particularly in Orthopedics, Neurology, and Psychiatry. However, we welcome physicians in any specialty with prior Longshore experience.

This is an independent contractor opportunity offering flexible, case-based assignments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 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

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted medical license (TX, LA, CA preferred; additional states welcome)
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedics, Neurology, Psychiatry, or related specialty
• Prior Longshore IME and/or Peer Review experience strongly preferred
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage case timelines independently

Preferred Experience

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
• Originally posted on Himalayas