Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hanks, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sue Hanks, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hanks graduated from Marshall University and completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Marshall U Sch Med Afl Hsp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. She is a member of the Los Angeles Radiological Society (LARS), Los Angeles Radiological Society, Southern California Interventional Radiology Society (SCIRS), Course Director, Symposium on Treatment of Vascular Disease for the, Primary Care Physician. Los Angeles, California, President, Southern California Interventional Society (Los Angeles Angio Club), Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR), American Medical Association (AMA), Western Angiographic & Interventional Society, Council Advisory Committee, and Angio Club President's Committee. Dr. Hanks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanks’s office at (323) 442-8541.
Where did Dr. Hanks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: LAC+USC Medical Center, Interventional Radiology
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Marshall U Sch Med Afl Hsp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington Wv | Marshall University | Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hanks board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sue Hanks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Hanks speak?
Dr. Hanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hanks treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Hanks 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. Hanks. 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:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- After Surgery
- Digestive Disease
- Postoperative Digestive Disorders
- Other GI Complications Post-Op
- Problems After Digestive Procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K9189: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of digestive system
Also known as:
- Urinary Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Urostomy Care
- Urinary Stoma Management
- Kidney Ostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Surgical Drain Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Drain removal after surgery
- Post-operative drain care
- Changing surgical drains
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4803: Encounter for change or removal of drains
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
What procedures does Dr. Hanks perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Hanks 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. Hanks. 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:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Biliary Drainage Catheter Exchange
- Percutaneous Biliary Catheter Exchange
- Bile Duct Drain Change
- Biliary Drain Replacement
- Bile Duct Catheter Swap
CPT Codes:
- 47536: Exchange of biliary drainage catheter (eg, external, internal-external, or conversion of internal-external to external only), percutaneous, including diagnostic cholangiography when performed, imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy), and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- PEG Tube Placement
- G-Tube Insertion
- Feeding Tube Placement (Stomach)
CPT Codes:
- 49440: Insertion of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Balloon Dilation
- Percutaneous biliary dilation
- Ampulla dilation
- Sphincteroplasty (biliary)
- Bile duct widening
CPT Codes:
- 47542: Balloon dilation of biliary duct(s) or of ampulla (sphincteroplasty), percutaneous, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy), and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, each duct (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Does Dr. Hanks accept my insurance?
Dr. Hanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-8541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hanks accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Hanks in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Alliant Techsystems
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Hanks' office located?
Dr. Sue Hanks' Primary Practice
1500 San Pablo St Fl 2
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-8541
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Los Angeles Radiological Society (LARS)
Member
Los Angeles Radiological Society
Board of Directors
Southern California Interventional Radiology Society (SCIRS)
Member
Course Director, Symposium on Treatment of Vascular Disease for the
Member
Primary Care Physician. Los Angeles, California
Member
President, Southern California Interventional Society (Los Angeles Angio Club)
President
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
Member
Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR)
Member
American Medical Association (AMA)
Member
Western Angiographic & Interventional Society
Member
Council Advisory Committee
Member
Angio Club President's Committee
President
Awards
Mordecai Halpern Award for Excellence in Teaching, Department of Radi
Woman of the year, LAC+USC Medical Center
Dr. Hanks was voted a Top Doctor by Pasadena Magazine in .
What is Dr. Hanks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891731048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hanks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hanks
What is Dr. Sue Hanks's specialty?
Dr. Hanks is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Los Angeles, CA. A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Contact Dr. Hanks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sue Hanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hanks is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sue Hanks accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sue Hanks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sue Hanks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hanks's office at (323) 442-8541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sue Hanks?
Please contact Dr. Hanks's office at (323) 442-8541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sue Hanks have?
Dr. Sue Hanks is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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