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Dr. Miriam Schechter, MD

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schechter, Pediatrician in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Miriam Schechter, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Schechter graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Academic Pediatric Association, and Council on Medical Student Education in Pediatrics. Dr. Schechter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schechter’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schechter’s office at (718) 405-8040.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schechter?

    Dr. Miriam Schechter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schechter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Vaccines, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bronx/NY community, Dr. Schechter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Schechter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schechter board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Miriam Schechter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Schechter speak?

    Dr. Schechter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Schechter treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Schechter diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Schechter. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Infantile Eczema
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Baby eczema
    • Childhood atopic dermatitis
    • Infant skin rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Vision Problem
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Unspecified visual disturbance
    • General vision issue
    • Eye problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H539: Unspecified visual disturbance

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Flat Head Syndrome
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Plagiocephaly
    • Misshapen Head
    • Asymmetrical Head Shape

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q673: Plagiocephaly

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias

    Which procedures does Dr. Schechter perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Miriam Schechter may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schechter's office.

    Does Dr. Schechter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schechter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 405-8040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schechter accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Schechter in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CDPHP

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Schechter's office located?

    Dr. Miriam Schechter's Primary Practice

    1621 Eastchester Rd

    Bronx, NY 10461

    (718) 405-8040

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    Dr. Schechter has appointments available at her Bronx, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Pediatrics

    Member

    Academic Pediatric Association

    Member

    Council on Medical Student Education in Pediatrics

    Member

    What is Dr. Schechter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Schechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962587329.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schechter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schechter

    What is Dr. Miriam Schechter's specialty?

    Dr. Schechter is a Pediatrician near Bronx, NY. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Schechter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Miriam Schechter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schechter is affiliated with Montefiore Hospital (Moses Campus) which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Miriam Schechter accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Miriam Schechter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Miriam Schechter offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Schechter, or call (718) 405-8040 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Miriam Schechter?

    Please contact Dr. Schechter's office at (718) 405-8040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Miriam Schechter have?

    Dr. Miriam Schechter is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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