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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schechter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Poway, CA?
Dr. Roger Schechter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Poway, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Schechter completed his residency at Kern Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Tacoma Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Schechter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schechter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schechter’s office at (858) 613-6255.
Where did Dr. Schechter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Tacoma Gen Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Schechter board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Roger Schechter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
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 Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Chronic Left Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Skin Condition
- Right calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed right calf wound
- Right calf ulcer stage 2
- Left calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed left calf wound
- Left calf ulcer stage 2
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed
- L97222: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
Also known as:
- Inflamed Varicose Veins with Calf Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer with Inflammation
- Thrombophlebitis with Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer and Vein Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83212: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with both ulcer of calf and inflammation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Inflammatory Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L88: Pyoderma gangrenosum
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Ankle
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97312: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right ankle with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Which procedures does Dr. Schechter perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Roger Schechter may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (858) 613-6255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schechter accept in Poway, CA?
Dr. Schechter in Poway, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Community Health Group
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schechter's office located?
Dr. Roger Schechter's Primary Practice
15611 Pomerado Rd Ste 200
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 613-6255
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 1346257649.
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. Roger Schechter's specialty?
Dr. Schechter is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Poway, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Schechter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Roger Schechter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schechter is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Roger Schechter accepting new patients in Poway, CA?
Yes, Dr. Roger Schechter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roger Schechter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schechter's office at (858) 613-6255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roger Schechter?
Please contact Dr. Schechter's office at (858) 613-6255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roger Schechter have?
Dr. Roger Schechter is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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