Barbara Wendell-Schechter, N
Barbara Wendell-Schechter is a Nurse Practitioner based in Sioux Falls, SD with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Barbara Wendell-Schechter, N practices as part of a group nurse practitioner practice in Sioux Falls, SD. With 10+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Sioux Falls area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include depression, anxiety, and mood disorders (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 76.69/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in South Dakota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Dakota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3803dNPPES updated 2015-12-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2400 W 49th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105-6581
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202376.69/100
South Dakota avg: 83.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.1%
South Dakota avg: 80.6 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.3 pts)
Better than 89% of reporting doctors in South DakotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
73
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
146
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,704
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $116k
Percentile rankings compared against 117 reporting peers in South Dakota.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Depression, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Barbara Wendell-Schechter, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
10 years in practice
Established
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Taxonomy: 363L00000X
Mailing address
Po Box 5074, Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Barbara Wendell-Schechter
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Barbara Wendell-Schechter for depression management, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Sioux Falls required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barbara Wendell-Schechter
NPI records show Dr. Wendell-Schechter as active with telehealth listed in Sioux Falls, SD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (605) 312-8700.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Barbara Wendell-Schechter
Practice Location
2400 W 49th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105-6581
Mailing Address
Po Box 5074, Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers