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

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: August 23, 2026.

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

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
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

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid843114AZ

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Surgery
16601 N 40TH ST STE 204
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
16601 N 40TH ST STE 204
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
Surgery
16601 N 40TH ST STE 204
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
16601 N 40TH ST STE 204
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
16601 N 40TH ST STE 204
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
Surgery
16601 N 40TH ST STE 204
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
Colon & Rectal Surgery
16601 N 40TH ST STE 204
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
16601 N 40TH ST STE 204
PHOENIX, AZ 85032

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Joseph Sucher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Sucher is 1770515751. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2006.

Where is Joseph Sucher located?

Joseph Sucher practices at 16601 N 40th St Ste 204, Phoenix, AZ 85032. The listed phone number is (602) 633-3721.

What is Joseph Sucher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Joseph Sucher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Sucher is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Joseph Sucher accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. list Joseph Sucher as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Sucher was last updated on October 22, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.