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Dr. Joseph Sucher, MD

Dr. Joseph Sucher, MD

Phoenix, AZ

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sucher, Critical Care Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Joseph Sucher, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Sucher completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery. Dr. Sucher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sucher’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sucher’s office at (602) 633-3721.

    Where did Dr. Sucher go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: (Surgical Critical Care (Surgery)), UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT HOUSTON, HOUSTON, TX

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery | University Tx Med School At Houston | University of Texas Health Sciences

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Missouri / Columbia Campus

    Is Dr. Sucher board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Sucher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Sucher speak?

    Dr. Sucher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sucher treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Sucher diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sucher. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Concussion
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion
    • SAH
    • Subarachnoid Hematoma
    • Head Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X1A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple rib fractures
    • Rib cage injury
    • Severe rib injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XD: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Hemothorax
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Blood in Chest Cavity
    • Bloody Pleural Effusion
    • Traumatic Hemothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J942: Hemothorax

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Pneumothorax
    • Air in Chest Cavity
    • Lung Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Sucher perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Sucher performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sucher. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Exploratory Chest Surgery (Thoracotomy)
    • Open chest exploration
    • Thoracic cavity exploration
    • Chest wall incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 32100: Thoracotomy; with exploration

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
    • Airway Aspiration
    • Lung Secretion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial

    Does Dr. Sucher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sucher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 633-3721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sucher accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Sucher in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

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    Where is Dr. Sucher's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Sucher's Primary Practice

    16601 N 40th St Ste 204

    Phoenix, AZ 85032

    (602) 633-3721

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    Dr. Joseph Sucher's Practice 2

    7400 E Osborn Rd

    Scottsdale, AZ 85251

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    What is Dr. Sucher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sucher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770515751.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sucher?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sucher

    What is Dr. Joseph Sucher's specialty?

    Dr. Sucher is a Critical Care Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Sucher to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Sucher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sucher is affiliated with HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Valleywise Health Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Joseph Sucher accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Sucher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Sucher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sucher's office at (602) 633-3721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Sucher?

    Please contact Dr. Sucher's office at (602) 633-3721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Sucher have?

    Dr. Joseph Sucher is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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