JOSEPH FRANK SUCHER M.D.
NPI 1770515751
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Phoenix, AZ

Q: What is the provider's specialty?

The provider's specialty is Surgery with taxonomy code 2086S0102X and a focus in Surgical Critical Care.

Active since July 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

16601 N 40TH ST STE 204, PHOENIX, AZ 85032(602) 633-3721(602) 953-5466 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 22, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 22, 2021, Jun 13, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Joseph Frank Sucher M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

JOSEPH FRANK SUCHER M.D. (NPI 1770515751) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (48124) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770515751

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH FRANK SUCHERCredential: M.D.

Location Address16601 N 40TH ST STE 204Phoenix, AZ 85032-3356

Mailing Address16601 N 40th St Ste 204Phoenix, AZ 85032-3356 · (602) 633-3721 · Fax (602) 953-5466

Phone(602) 633-3721

Fax(602) 953-5466

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 22, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 22, 2021

✔ NPI 1770515751 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2086S0102X

Licenses✔ Licensed in AZ · 48124✔ Licensed in TX · K2127

Definition

A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

16601 N 40TH ST STE 204, Phoenix, AZ 85032

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid843114AZ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joseph Frank Sucher M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5496713554

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130912000650

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Critical care, each additional 30 minutes 99292

Critical care refers to special attention given to patients facing life-threatening conditions. Each additional 30 minutes indicates the extension of this specialized care. This might include close monitoring, medication adjustments, and immediate interventions as needed.

359 services93 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

283 services133 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

87 services71 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

37 services26 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

24 services23 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

21 services21 patients

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