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Dr. Richard Couch, D.O.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Sports Medicine (Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine) Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Washington, NC
- NPI 1902983711
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 91.5 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1207 Highland Dr
Washington, NC 278893405
(252) 946-6513
fax (252) 948-0808
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 12, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- North Carolina #2014-01944 · Florida #OS0005862 · Florida #OS5862
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1902983711. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
320
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$37,854
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 65 | 57 | $87 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 59 | 53 | $122 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 47 | 47 | $106 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 40 | 30 | $44 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 21 | 16 | $45 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 19 | 14 | $33 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 18 | 11 | $7 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 14 | 14 | $126 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 13 | 12 | $62 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 13 | 11 | $33 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Washington Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 29. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$16
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $16.31 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
118
Patients
99
Total drug cost
$1,017
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | Generic | 46 | 29 | $761 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 36 | 36 | $155 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 36 | 34 | $101 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Couch's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Couch practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Washington, NC.
Where does Dr. Richard Couch practice?
Dr. Richard Couch practices at 1207 Highland Dr, Washington, NC 278893405. Office phone: 2529466513.
What is Dr. Richard Couch's NPI?
Dr. Richard Couch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902983711, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Couch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Couch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Couch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.