Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Heather Couch, D.P.M.
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Phoenix, AZ
- NPI 1184629156
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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16841 N. 31St Ave, Ste. 134
Phoenix, AZ 850533051
(623) 322-5001
fax (623) 322-8996
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 26, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #0552
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184629156. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,648
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$104,412
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 619 | 188 | $43 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 219 | 97 | $79 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 162 | 132 | $87 | |
11055 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth | 135 | 77 | $69 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 123 | 123 | $106 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 107 | 65 | $55 | |
97597 |
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less | 92 | 27 | $96 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 61 | 41 | $33 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 58 | 11 | $0 | |
11057 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, more than 4 growths | 47 | 22 | $87 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 24 peers in Phoenix Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 100. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$178
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paratek Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $51.60 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $29.15 | |
| Mimedx Group, INC. | 1 | $19.77 | |
| Ortho Dermatologics, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $19.39 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $15.65 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $14.80 | |
| Orthofix Medical, INC. | 1 | $14.70 | |
| Advanced Oxygen Therapy INC. | 1 | $13.25 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
127
Patients
84
Total drug cost
$1,887
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 38 | 24 | $1,156 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 36 | 29 | $251 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | Generic | 35 | 16 | $386 |
| Silver Sulfadiazine | Generic | 18 | 15 | $95 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Heather Couch's medical specialty?
Dr. Heather Couch practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Phoenix, AZ.
Where does Dr. Heather Couch practice?
Dr. Heather Couch practices at 16841 N. 31St Ave, Phoenix, AZ 850533051. Office phone: 6233225001.
What is Dr. Heather Couch's NPI?
Dr. Heather Couch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184629156, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Heather Couch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Heather Couch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Heather Couch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths (HCPCS 11056); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.