Highlights
Matrix Providers contracts with licensed dentists to perform medical disability examinations (no treatment or prescribing) for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as part of the Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) process. As a VA dental disability examiner, your duties include: Conducting a clinical evaluation of the veteran’s oral health, focusing on conditions relevant to the VA’s Schedule for Rating Disabilities.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Oxford, MS |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Salary | $100.25–$109.25 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 2009 |
| Website | http://matrixproviders.com/ |
Description
Matrix Providers is Hiring Dentists – Independent Contractor Opportunities
Matrix Providers contracts with licensed dentists to perform medical disability examinations (no treatment or prescribing) for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as part of the Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) process. These exams are part of the VA’s evaluation of veterans’ claims for disability benefits.
Role and Responsibilities:
As a VA dental disability examiner, your duties include:
- Conducting a clinical evaluation of the veteran’s oral health, focusing on conditions relevant to the VA’s Schedule for Rating Disabilities
- Completing the DBQ form for dentistry, which is tailored to collect standardized medical evidence for VA review
- Documenting diagnosis, history, and treatment in line with VA requirements, including ICD codes and any relevant medical history
- Providing a written report that supports or refutes the veteran’s claim, without prescribing treatment or medications (since VA disability exams are non-treatment evaluations)
- Maintaining accurate, confidential records in compliance with VA and HIPAA standards.
Qualifications:
- Active dental license in the U.S.
- Board certification or eligibility in dentistry.
- Minimum 2 years of experience (ideally 3+) in clinical dentistry
- Ability to work independently
Compensation:
$100.25- 109.25 per hour
Benefits of the Role:
- Flexible scheduling — Schedules and work will be done from the convenience of your office
- Additional income — each exam can be a source of extra revenue.
- Low risk — no treatment or prescribing involved; focus is on evaluation and documentation
In summary: As a dentist in the VA dental disability exam program, you perform standardized oral health evaluations for veterans, complete VA DBQ forms, and provide evidence to support or challenge disability claims, all while maintaining strict confidentiality and following VA protocols.
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