Summary

David Schechter specializes in cardiovascular disease, surgery, and internal medicine, bringing 42 years of experience to patient care. They earned their medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed residency training at New York Medical College. David Schechter is fluent in both Spanish and English.

They practice at NewYork Presbyterian Queens and sees patients in Richmond Hill, NY. David Schechter treats patients with breathing problems, shortness of breath, and atrial fibrillation. Their expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, transcranial doppler ultrasound, and contrast echocardiography procedures. Patients have given them an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 42 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • New York Medical College
  • 7 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 33 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. David Schechter has 2 locations

David Schechter MD

8611 Lefferts Blvd Ste 3ARichmond Hill, NY 11418
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The New York and Presbyterian Hospital

8611 Lefferts BlvdRichmond Hill, NY 11418

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42 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
Richmond Hill , NYPomona , NYWinter Park , FLBronx , NY
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Schechter

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AgeWell New York
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • CenterLight Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Health First Health Plans
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Schechter has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Schechter has the following 33 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Blood Coagulation Disorders
  • Bradycardia
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Carotid Artery Diseases (CAD)
  • Chest Pain (Angina)
  • Diabetes
  • Diastolic Heart Failure
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Hypotension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Mitral Valve Stenosis
  • Pacemaker (Artificial Cardiac Pacing)
  • Paroxysmal Tachycardia
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Rapid Heart Beat (Tachycardia)
  • Stroke
  • Surgery
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Medical College.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Schechter's NPI number is 1790706117.

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Dr. David Schechter's office is located at 8611 Lefferts Blvd Ste 3A, Richmond Hill, NY, 11418.
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