Physician Profile
Richard J. Sukov, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Sukov
Based in Los Angeles, CA, Richard J. Sukov, MD is listed in the NPI registry under diagnostic radiology. Richard graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1970. According to Medicare claims data, Richard cared for 1,977 Medicare patients across 2,038 services. The services billed most often include x-ray of chest, 2 views, imaging for evaluation of swallowing function, and double contrast x-ray of esophagus.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (310) 423-8000
- Email not available
Practice Locations
8700 BEVERLY BLVD ROOM M335
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Conditions Evaluated or Diagnosed
Within Diagnostic Radiology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Abdomen & Pelvis
- Abdominal Pain
- Appendicitis
- Diverticulitis
- Enlarged prostate
- Gallstones
- Kidney stones
- Liver Lesions
- Ovarian cysts
- Uterine fibroids
Bone & Joint
- Ankle Sprain or Fracture
- Bone fractures
- Heel pain
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Rotator cuff tear
- Torn meniscus
Brain & Head
- Brain aneurysm
- Brain tumor
- Concussion in Children
- Migraines
- Sinus infection
- Transient ischemic attack
Brain & nerves
Breast
Chest & Heart
General
Heart & blood vessels
Joint & bone
Liver & digestion
Lungs & breathing
Men's health
Neck & Thyroid
Nerve pain
Pelvic health
Spine
Spine & back
Vascular
Women's health
Procedures & services
Abdominal imaging
Biopsies
Bone Density
Breast Imaging
CT Scan
Digestive & liver
Fluoroscopy
General imaging
Heart & blood vessels
Joint & bone
MRI
Nuclear Medicine
Pelvic imaging
Screening & Prevention
Spine & back
Ultrasound
- Abdominal Ultrasound
- Carotid Ultrasound
- Leg Vein Ultrasound
- Pelvic ultrasound
- Scrotal Ultrasound
- Thyroid ultrasound
- Ultrasound
Urinary & kidney
Women's health
X-Ray
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,038 services · 1,977 patients · 21 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contrast injection for x-ray imaging through existing tube in stomach, small bowel or large bowel | Procedure | 49465 |
15 | |
| X-ray of chest, 2 views | Imaging | 71046 |
665 | More than most peers in Diagnostic Radiology |
| Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function | Imaging | 74230 |
468 | More than most peers in Diagnostic Radiology |
| Double contrast x-ray of esophagus | Imaging | 74221 |
206 | More than most peers in Diagnostic Radiology |
| Single contrast x-ray of upper digestive tract | Imaging | 74240 |
83 | More than most peers in Diagnostic Radiology |
| X-ray of chest, 1 view | Imaging | 71045 |
60 | |
| X-ray of abdomen, 1 view | Imaging | 74018 |
59 | As often as other peers in Diagnostic Radiology |
| Double contrast x-ray of upper digestive tract | Imaging | 74246 |
58 | More than most peers in Diagnostic Radiology |
| Single contrast x-ray of small intestine | Imaging | 74250 |
57 | More than most peers in Diagnostic Radiology |
| Follow-through x-ray of small intestines | Imaging | 74248 |
51 |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other radiologists at this location 5
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other radiologists in Los Angeles 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 14 related providers in 2 groups
Trained at University of Minnesota Medical School 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1970 at University of Minnesota Medical School 6
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Common questions
What is Dr. Sukov's specialty?
Dr. Sukov is a radiologist in Los Angeles, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Diagnostic Radiology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Dr. Sukov?
Dr. Sukov is listed at 8700 Beverly Blvd Room M335, Los Angeles, CA 90048. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Dr. Sukov?
The number on file is (310) 423-8000. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Sukov's NPI number?
Dr. Sukov's National Provider Identifier is 1609902030. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Sukov's medical education?
Dr. Sukov attended University of Minnesota Medical School, graduating in 1970. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Dr. Sukov been practicing?
Dr. Sukov has 56 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1970, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Dr. Sukov known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Sukov performs procedures including contrast injection for x-ray imaging through existing tube in stomach, small bowel or large bowel; reads or performs imaging such as x-ray of chest, 2 views and imaging for evaluation of swallowing function. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Dr. Sukov confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Sukov. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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Provider data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry and CMS public datasets. Information is provided for reference and is not medical advice.