Quality Assurance Specialist

Quality Assurance Specialist

MDpanel is one of the largest providers of expert medical opinions in the United States. We are committed to being the most coveted partner for physicians, carriers, attorneys, and patients by connecting those in need of medical opinions with the most qualified and highly regarded medical professionals in the U.S. MDpanel allows our member healthcare professional partners to maximize their time and produce unparalleled revenue opportunities. In return, our carrier and attorney clients receive timely, complete, thorough, and easy-to-understand opinions to support the medical legal inquiry.

MDpanel is revolutionizing the medical opinion space by creating the first true marketplace to connect those in need of medical opinions to those capable of providing them. Unlike traditional, services-based models, we are devoted to our healthcare professionals and are relentless about removing the burden of administration, securing exam volume, preparing for and supporting physical examinations, backend processing, report submissions, and billing. At the heart of MDpanel, our team is committed to delivering an unparalleled experience for all stakeholders. We think big, start small, and move fast. Our culture is built on supporting each other with accountability, transparency, and passion for our mission.

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Specialist will collaborate closely with physician evaluators, serving as a key resource in ensuring medical-legal reports are complete, accurate, and meet statutory requirements. This role is essential in facilitating the production of high-quality reports in a timely manner. Supported by the Triage and Transcription teams, the QA specialist will ensure reports are grammatically correct, compliant with legal standards, and processed for billing in a timely fashion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review medical-legal reports following MDpanel's QA Best Practice Guidelines
• Verify the completeness and accuracy on all Medical-Legal reports
• Ensure all reports comply with all current CA Labor Code and Case Law changes
• Review impairment discussions and analysis and include Almaraz/Guzman and Kite analysis where appropriate
• Provide consultation to physicians as needed regarding findings on impairment, apportionment, temporary and permanent disability
• Assist in preparing physicians for depositions
• Review and assess medical records

Qualifications and Preferred Skills

• Experience with California Medical-Legal Workers' Compensation reporting is essential
• Strong proficiency in typing, word processing, formatting, and editing
• Advanced knowledge in all fields of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology in the specialties of orthopedics, neurologists, internal medicine, ophthalmology, dentistry, and psychiatry/psychology
• Expertise in MS Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly in interactions with clinicians
• Thorough understanding of AMA Guides (5th Edition) and California Labor codes
• Familiarity with AMA Guides (6th edition) is preferred but not required
• Experience in reviewing QME, AME, and IME reports
• Strong ethical judgement and independent decision-making abilities, demonstrating a high degree of professional excellence

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is provided as an estimate based on current market conditions and company benchmarks. Actual compensation may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and internal equity. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship assistance currently. All applicants must have a valid work authorization for the country in which they are applying.

MDpanel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all associates feel valued, respected, and supported. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io