Mark Schechter, M.D.

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

Mark Schechter is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Salem, MA with over 40 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Mark Schechter, M.D. has been part of the Salem medical community since 2006 in independent practice. A Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania graduate since 1986, he brings 40+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with anxiety, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 628 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in MASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Salem40+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

81 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970-2714

Fax: (978) 862-6101
Patient Condition Panel

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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+41%)75%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+42%)74%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+42%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-8%)62%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-17%)53%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-13%)36%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

Bipolar Disorder
34%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Schizophrenia
34%

A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1986

    Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania

  2. 40 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.

Taxonomy: 2084P0800X

Education & Training

Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania (Class of 1986)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

24 Oak Hill Rd, Needham, MA 02492-4032

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Mark Schechter

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Mark Schechter for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Salem required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mark Schechter

NPI records show Dr. Schechter as active with telehealth listed in Salem, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (978) 354-4010.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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