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Dr. Stephen Dechter, DO

Dr. Stephen Dechter, DO

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Dechter, DO is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Kennewick, WA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lourdes Medical Center and Prosser Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Practice

8200 W Gage Blvd Kennewick, WA 99336
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Dechter specializes in the areas of Pain Medicine & Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Dechter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dechter

4.5
40 ratings, 32 with a written review
5 star
88%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Good Start
For being my first visit I was very impressed with the staff and Dr Dechter I look Forward to a good relationship with this office
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Laurie W – Feb 27, 2025
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Great experience
The team was prepared and efficient. He knew why I was there and addressed my issues with a plan. I thought the practice ran like a well-oiled machine. I’m so grateful he took my pain serious and has requested the imagining I need.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 16, 2025
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Fixing back pain
His medical student was very attentive. He is beyond helpful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 16, 2025
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Dr.Dechter is a very knowledgeable Dr answering all your questions for pain and gives you options for Rx or safe over the counter meds. Definitely love going to him!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Maryjo DuQuist – Nov 28, 2024
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Dr. Dechter has helped me so much with my back. It's because of him that I'm still walking and enjoying my life. I'd highly recommend him for back care. He's excellent! His staff is very friendly and helpful, they're the best.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brenda Reisch – Nov 27, 2024
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Cares about his patients
Reviewed my records and found the length of time I’ve had a problem and was willing to tackle my insurance denial
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 19, 2024
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Quality people and care
The doctor and his staff are always professional, friendly, and seem like they care. I’ve been coming here for over a year now, and have been helped immensely, I’m truly appreciative.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Justin Weber – Oct 04, 2024
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Great no nonsense doctor.
His friendly approach and complete understanding of my issue was paramount to making me feel at ease.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 27, 2024
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First visit
Dr. Decther was amazing he listened and paid attention and noticied how long I have been in this pain. He has set up appointments for my back to try and help me get back or lower the pain intensity and a normal life. I like him the way he listens and then goes over the action or course of action and then follows up after .
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia Cervine – Aug 27, 2024
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Back
He is the best back guy I have ever seen! He listens well and goes after the problem. This was my fifth visit counting the office and the shots. It is a process but so far I am extremely impressed. I have no idea how any one can say he is less than stellar and caring. They are probably looking for pills and that would explain negative reviews. My opinion only!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rob Schuler – Aug 02, 2024
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I have experience with Dr Decheter a few years ago and he is very attentive and a is very skilled. I’m so glad he is my back and neck doctor again. Respectfully Gerald Snowden
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 04, 2024
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Great Doctor
This doctor was very knowledgeable and helpful in my goal of implanting a pain management program. Very easy to talk to and relaxed.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Roy Ballard – Jun 23, 2024
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Amazing doctor
Dr. Dechter is an amazing doctor. He explains everything in a way that I understand. He truly cares about helping to get me feeling better. Listens and answers all questions. Definitely reccomend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mrs Heath – May 16, 2024
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Initial appointment
Dr. Dechter was thorough but couldn't not diagnose my issue due to missing lab results from LabCorp. He is thorough & following up with MRI & Rheumatologist would highly recommend.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Terry H – Apr 23, 2024
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Doctor Dechter is a GREAT Doctor !!!!!
He knows what he’s doing !
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Weidner Sarah – Apr 10, 2024
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Easy to work with.
He is great at explaining the best path forward. Easy to talk to and is happy to answer questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mar 28, 2024
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Dr. Dechter
Dr. Dechter is very good at explaining what is going on, and what he wants to do to remedy your issue. He also has a good sense humor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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C Kirkham – Mar 01, 2024
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Dr Dechter is such an amazing Dr. He’s funny and very down to earth! He is a very knowledgeable Dr and has always treated my husband and I with the upmost respect. He will go out of his way to help you, especially if you are honest and upfront with him. He has been trying to help me get my pain under control and tolerable. I don’t like taking pain meds and he knows that and is trying and doing his best to accommodate me and he will suggest different options. I couldn’t ask for a better pain specialist! Thank you Dr Dechter for being so kind and patient with me !!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Eff – Jan 17, 2024
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Dr. Dechter and his team are effecient and Dr. Dechter is especially skilled and highly effective in his treatments!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 17, 2023
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Absolute hero. This Dr. went above and beyond what we all have to come to expect from the medical system these days. He's easy to talk too, smart, detail orientated, warm and funny. Some of us with complex and longstanding conditions have a hard time getting out all the details in a visit and feel like the doctor is just going through the motions or stops listing at some point. Not the case with Dechter, he listens and adsorbs the details. If your looking for quality there's no need to look any further this is your guy. Clean office and a friendly staff with short appointment waits.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Weaver – Mar 13, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Stephen Dechter, DO is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Kennewick, WA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 2008. He is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Pain Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Western University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Pain Medicine
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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Locations

Practice

Office8200 W Gage Blvd Kennewick, WA 99336
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Lourdes Pediatrics9915 Sandifur Pkwy Ste B Pasco, WA 99301
2
High Desert Surgery Center LLC521 N Young St Ste 100 Kennewick, WA 99336
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Practice

Office15 W 10th Ave Kennewick, WA 99336
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Prosser Memorial Hospital

    723 Memorial St
    Prosser, WA 99350

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Kadlec Regional Medical Center

    888 Swift Blvd
    Richland, WA 99352
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lourdes Medical Center

    520 N 4th Ave
    Pasco, WA 99301
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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