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Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Central University of the Caribbean School of Medicine

Professional interests include: ERCP (biliary and pancreatic endoscopy), gastrointestinal motility disorders, therapeutic endoscopy, and more.

1101 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

(215) 955-8900

Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD is a gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in adult gastroenterology. He graduated from Central University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson University Physicians (JUP) and Jefferson Methodist Hospital.

Office Locations

Address:

1101 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Some issues Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

In The News

“McDowell began seeing Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, a gastroenterology specialist at Jefferson Health.”—"After years of digestive issues, atypical surgery offers Swarthmore woman relief", Philly Voice, December 2021

diagnostic procedures	10
gastrointestinal procedures	14
hospital care	65
inpatient care	65
minimally invasive procedures	14
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	8

**Gender**
Male	59
Female	66

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	90
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	13
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	30
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	50
Dementia	19
Cancer	11

aspiration	17
diagnostic procedures	44
doctor visit	44
gastrointestinal procedures	96
image guided procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	96
minor procedures	17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	42
stent placement (stenting)	16
ultrasound (sonogram)	33

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	103

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	152
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	18
Less than 65	30

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	38
Dementia	15
Cancer	13

aspiration	46
diagnostic procedures	64
doctor visit	95
gastrointestinal procedures	133
image guided procedures	46
minimally invasive procedures	133
minor procedures	46
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	62
stent placement (stenting)	25
ultrasound (sonogram)	75

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	172
Black	23
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	101
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	12
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	41
Dementia	11
Cancer	15

aspiration	30
diagnostic procedures	59
doctor visit	137
gastrointestinal procedures	179
hospital care	79
image guided procedures	30
inpatient care	79
minimally invasive procedures	179
minor procedures	30
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	57
stent placement (stenting)	44
ultrasound (sonogram)	59

**Gender**
Male	156
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	230
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	127
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	30
Less than 65	52

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	37
Dementia	18
Cancer	19

aspiration	21
diagnostic procedures	49
doctor visit	114
gastrointestinal procedures	74
hospital care	77
image guided procedures	21
inpatient care	77
minimally invasive procedures	74
minor procedures	21
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	47
stent placement (stenting)	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	35

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	120

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	185
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	114
From 75 to 84	56
85 and over	26
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	40
Dementia	12
Cancer	20

aspiration	24
diagnostic procedures	146
doctor visit	273
gastrointestinal procedures	296
hospital care	58
image guided procedures	24
inpatient care	58
minimally invasive procedures	296
minor procedures	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	168
stent placement (stenting)	15
ultrasound (sonogram)	93

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

aspiration	27
diagnostic procedures	63
doctor visit	133
gastrointestinal procedures	139
hospital care	69
image guided procedures	27
inpatient care	69
minimally invasive procedures	139
minor procedures	27
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	67
stent placement (stenting)	24
ultrasound (sonogram)	59

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD.

**Gender**
Female	53
Male	50

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	10
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	82
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	9
75 to 84	27
Less than 65	18
65 to 74	48

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Education & Training

Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD graduated from Central University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Internal Medicine Gastroenterology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Central University of the Caribbean School of Medicine

Residency: University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Internal Medicine Gastroenterology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Jefferson Health

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Jefferson University Physicians (JUP)

Jefferson Methodist Hospital

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), QualCare, Aetna Medicare, CIGNA Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, CIGNA Commercial, AARP, MultiPlan, Aetna, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Humana, Cigna, Workers' Compensation, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - Various plans, UPMC, Highmark Wholecare, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice)

QualCare

Aetna Medicare

CIGNA Medicare

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

Blue Cross Federal

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

GEHA

WellCare

AmeriHealth

CIGNA Commercial

AARP

MultiPlan

Aetna

Geisinger Health Plan

US Family Health Plan

United Healthcare

Humana

Cigna

Workers' Compensation

Devon Health

TRICARE

First Health

WellPoint

Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA)

Medical Assistance of New Jersey

Provider Partners Medicare

PA Health and Wellness CHC

Devoted Medicare

Medical Assistance of Delaware

Keystone First/CHC/VIP

Blue Card by BCBS

Medicare FFS

Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania

Independence Blue Cross - Various plans

UPMC

Highmark Wholecare

Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness

Keystone First VIP

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.81 out of 5 stars based on 2566 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Alexander Schlachterman, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation	$25,915 FUJIFILM $25,915
PENTAX of America, Inc.	$9,060 ULTRASOUND GASTROSCOPE $46	$9,014
CONMED Corporation	$6,972 Hemostasis Clip $6,556	CONMED Biliary $416
Boston Scientific Corporation	$3,214 General - Biliary Devices $485	GENERAL POLYPECTOMY $478	EXALT Model D $364	SPYGLASS $346	ORISE $338	Other $1,205
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.	$3,003 $3,003
Other	$10,341 DILUMEN ENDOLUMENAL INTERVENTIONAL PLATFORM $1,958	Olympus EndoTherapy Accessories $1,442	Orbera $883	DiLumen $585	Single Use Electrosurgical Knife KD-655 $433	Other $5,040

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$25,876
Travel and Lodging	$20,346
Food and Beverage	$7,601
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$4,665
Education	$17

Biography

Dr. Alexander Schlachterman practices adult gastroenterology in Philadelphia, PA. Patient ratings for Dr. Schlachterman average 5.0 stars (out of 5). He studied medicine at Central University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. Dr. Schlachterman is affiliated with Jefferson University Physicians (JUP).