Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Schlechter
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Altoona, PA
- NPI 1336115260
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 73.6 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1414 9Th Ave, Station Medical Center
Altoona, PA 166022415
(814) 946-1655
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 24, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD053085L
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1336115260. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,070
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$149,045
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 870 | 702 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 685 | 409 | $123 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 515 | 257 | $8 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 156 | 59 | $77 | |
93793 |
Anticoagulant management of patient taking warfarin | 131 | 11 | $11 | |
90682 |
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent derived from recombinant dna | 115 | 114 | $42 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 115 | 114 | $29 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 90 | 18 | $14 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 71 | 58 | $78 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 70 | 59 | $125 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Altoona Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 128. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$45
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $44.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
7,670
Patients
1,927
Total drug cost
$113,309
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 977 | 226 | $14,883 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 905 | 235 | $10,150 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 784 | 205 | $6,553 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 559 | 150 | $8,019 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 539 | 139 | $9,573 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 486 | 123 | $8,417 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 468 | 118 | $10,092 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 453 | 114 | $6,791 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 421 | 103 | $3,756 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 385 | 94 | $7,863 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Schlechter's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Schlechter practices Internal Medicine Physician in Altoona, PA.
Where does Dr. Michael Schlechter practice?
Dr. Michael Schlechter practices at 1414 9Th Ave, Altoona, PA 166022415. Office phone: 8149461655.
What is Dr. Michael Schlechter's NPI?
Dr. Michael Schlechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336115260, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Schlechter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Schlechter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Schlechter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.