Summary

Dr. Alan Schecter is a pulmonologist who brings five decades of experience to respiratory care. They earned their medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed residency training at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center. Dr. Schecter speaks Italian and Spanish, helping them connect with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Schecter practices at Saint Joseph Hospital and serves patients in Massapequa, New York. They specialize in treating breathing problems and shortness of breath, including difficulty breathing during physical activity. Their expertise includes pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to diagnose respiratory conditions. Patients rate Dr. Schecter 4.5 out of 5 stars for their care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Italian, Spanish
  • Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Pulmonology, Massapequa

643 BroadwayMassapequa, NY 11758

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonology
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.3 
50 Years of Experience 61 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Italian, Spanish Speaks Tamil, Telugu Speaks English, Greek, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Massapequa , NYFlushing , NYFresh Meadows , NYFresh Meadows , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Madras Medical College - India Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alan J. Schecter

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Providence Health Plans
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Alan J. Schecter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Alan J. Schecter has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Insomnia
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonologist
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Alan J. Schecter holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Alan J. Schecter's NPI number is 1407895774.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Alan Schecter speak?
Alan Schecter speaks Italian and Spanish.
Where is Alan Schecter's office located?
Alan Schecter's office is located at 643 Broadway, Massapequa, NY, 11758.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Schecter?
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Is Alan Schecter accepting new patients?
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Does Alan Schecter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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