David Schechter, M.D., F.A.C.C., P.C.
NPI 1790706117 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Richmond Hill, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Schechter, M.D., F.A.C.C., P.C. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Richmond Hill, NY (NPI 1790706117).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790706117
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., F.A.C.C., P.C.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 170901 (NY)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,569 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 | 286 | $137 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 224 | $99 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 163 | $15 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 73 | $207 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 60 | $96 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm and Leg Arteries |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 77 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 299 | 83 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 251 | 71 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 221 | 53 |
| Losartan Potassium | 192 | 49 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 127 | 27 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 111 | 27 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$726 across 34 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-21
- Last updated
- 2026-02-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Schechter's NPI number?
- David Schechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790706117, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Schechter's specialty?
- David Schechter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Schechter located?
- David Schechter's practice location on file with NPPES is 8611 Lefferts Blvd, Richmond Hill, NY 11418-2536.
- What is David Schechter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Schechter is (718) 961-5722.
- Does David Schechter accept Medicare?
- David Schechter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Schechter's NPI active?
- Yes — David Schechter's NPI (1790706117) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.