Alexander Shekhter, M.D.
NPI 1316924715 · Internal Medicine Physician · Brooklyn, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Shekhter, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Brooklyn, NY (NPI 1316924715).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316924715
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 198143 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,154 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 2,536 | $104 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 460 | $65 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 114 | $56 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 17 | $146 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 14 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 170 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 355 | 42 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 318 | 41 |
| Chlorhexidine Gluconate | 289 | 51 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 267 | 36 |
| Icosapent Ethylbrand: Vascepa | 233 | 27 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 218 | 29 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 183 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-27
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Shekhter's NPI number?
- Alexander Shekhter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316924715, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Shekhter's specialty?
- Alexander Shekhter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Shekhter located?
- Alexander Shekhter's practice location on file with NPPES is 2965 Ocean Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11235-8014.
- What is Alexander Shekhter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Shekhter is (718) 332-7916.
- Does Alexander Shekhter accept Medicare?
- Alexander Shekhter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Shekhter's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Shekhter's NPI (1316924715) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.