Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Schechter, PT
Physical Therapist (CMS: Physical Therapist in Private Practice) · Toms River, NJ
- NPI 1184977183
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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780 Rte 37 W, Suite 210
Toms River, NJ 087555059
(732) 886-5872
fax (732) 886-5874 - Mailing address
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780 Rt 37 West, Suite 210
Toms River, NJ 08755
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 225100000X — NUCC code
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184977183. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,675
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$102,474
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 1,229 | 64 | $24 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 1,110 | 72 | $22 | |
97112 |
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes | 883 | 72 | $35 | |
97035 |
Application of ultrasound, each 15 minutes | 128 | 18 | $12 | |
97164 |
Re-evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 98 | 39 | $75 | |
97535 |
Training for self-care or home management, each 15 minutes | 92 | 42 | $26 | |
97116 |
Therapy procedure for walking training, each 15 minutes | 91 | 20 | $24 | |
97161 |
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 44 | 38 | $108 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 37 peers in Toms River Physical Therapist, average services per provider: 667. This provider delivers 5.5× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Schechter's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Schechter practices Physical Therapist in Toms River, NJ.
Where does Dr. Karen Schechter practice?
Dr. Karen Schechter practices at 780 Rte 37 W, Toms River, NJ 087555059. Office phone: 7328865872.
What is Dr. Karen Schechter's NPI?
Dr. Karen Schechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184977183, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Schechter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Schechter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Schechter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure using manual technique (HCPCS 97140); Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function (HCPCS 97112). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.