Cohere Health
Medical Director Orthopedic Surgery
$240K–$260K
United States · Director · Full-time · Posted Feb 4, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years of clinical practice beyond residency/fellowship; 1+ years of managed care utilization review experience preferred.
- Education
- Completed US-based residency program in Orthopedic Surgery.
About the job
Reviews clinical information and applies evidence-based guidelines to determine medical appropriateness for musculoskeletal and orthopedic services.
What you'll do
- Make timely clinical determinations, document decisions in workflow tools, and meet review turnaround times.
- Conduct peer-to-peer discussions with treating providers to clarify information and explain outcomes and medically necessary alternatives.
- Support delegated projects to improve clinical expertise, operational efficiency, and member/provider experience.
What they ask for
- Completed US-based residency program in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Board-certified MD or DO with a current unrestricted state medical license; must maintain credentials.
- Willingness to obtain additional state licenses with Cohere’s support.
Nice to have
- 1+ years of managed care utilization review experience.
- Membership in national and/or regional specialty societies; licensure in AZ, FL, MN, ND, OR, or TX is highly desirable.
Pay
$240,000 to $260,000 annually (base salary)
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