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Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)

Steven Schechter, MD

Works at hospitals in Providence, RI · Fall River, MA · Rhode Island, Massachusetts

Summary

Steven Schechter, MD (Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)) is listed by Medicare at 3 hospitals in Providence, RI and Fall River, MA. NPI 1740241876. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Steven Schechter, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)Primary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
41Years since medical school (graduated 1985)
University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Lifespan Physician Group IncGroup practice (+1 more)

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Steven Schechter work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Steven Schechter at 3 hospitals: Rhode Island Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and The Miriam Hospital. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Steven Schechter see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Providence, RI. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Steven Schechter's specialty?
Medicare lists Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) as the primary specialty.
Does Steven Schechter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Steven Schechter accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
Does Steven Schechter offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Steven Schechter offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is the phone number for Steven Schechter?
(401) 793-5140, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Steven Schechter's NPI number?
1740241876. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Steven Schechter works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Steven Schechter at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Steven Schechter is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Steven Schechter as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Lifespan Physician Group Inc1,173 clinicians in the group
  • University Surgical Associates, Inc.101 clinicians in the group

Specialties

Find other Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) doctors in Rhode Island →

Other colorectal surgeons in Providence

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Providence, RI — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry
Graduation year1985
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1740241876
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians