Ronald Schechter, M.D.
NPI 1053321851 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Towson, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ronald Schechter, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Towson, MD (NPI 1053321851).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053321851
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0032338 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,814 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 540 | $133 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 494 | $15 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 408 | $17 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 101 | $69 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 94 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 510 | 180 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 503 | 177 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 373 | 112 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 327 | 120 |
| Losartan Potassium | 315 | 105 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 302 | 109 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,101 across 47 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 6565 N Charles StSuite 615Baltimore, MD 21204-6800Phone: (410) 339-7910Fax: (410) 296-7924
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-08
- Last updated
- 2021-06-11
- Certified
- 2021-06-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ronald Schechter's NPI number?
- Ronald Schechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053321851, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ronald Schechter's specialty?
- Ronald Schechter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ronald Schechter located?
- Ronald Schechter's practice location on file with NPPES is 7505 Osler Dr, Towson, MD 21204-7736.
- What is Ronald Schechter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ronald Schechter is (410) 427-2580.
- Does Ronald Schechter accept Medicare?
- Ronald Schechter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ronald Schechter's NPI active?
- Yes — Ronald Schechter's NPI (1053321851) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.