David Couch, M.D.
NPI 1659377679 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Kingsport, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Couch, M.D. is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Kingsport, TN (NPI 1659377679).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659377679
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35896 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,308 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,342 | $39 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,337 | $110 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 210 | $89 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 195 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 113 | $125 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye92235 | 34 | $157 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 93 | 72 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 92 | 65 |
| Promethazine Hcl | 69 | 50 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 38 | 18 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 27 | 13 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 11 | — |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-23
- Last updated
- 2025-10-22
- Certified
- 2025-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Couch's NPI number?
- David Couch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659377679, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Couch's specialty?
- David Couch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Couch located?
- David Couch's practice location on file with NPPES is 2412 N John B Dennis Hwy, Kingsport, TN 37660-4772.
- What is David Couch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Couch is (423) 578-4364.
- Does David Couch accept Medicare?
- David Couch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Couch's NPI active?
- Yes — David Couch's NPI (1659377679) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.