Michael Couser, DO
NPI 1891316451 · Family Medicine Physician · Rutherfordton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Couser, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Rutherfordton, NC (NPI 1891316451).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891316451
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OS022425 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
867 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 427 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 168 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 120 | $9 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 33 | $153 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 29 | $15 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 121 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 254 | 101 |
| Lisinopril | 175 | 56 |
| Omeprazole | 173 | 69 |
| Metformin Hcl | 139 | 47 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 130 | 43 |
| Gabapentin | 128 | 37 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$369 across 21 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 605 Nc 120 HwyMooresboro, NC 28114-6713Phone: (828) 453-0703
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-05-05
- Last updated
- 2024-08-21
- Certified
- 2024-08-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Couser's NPI number?
- Michael Couser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891316451, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Couser's specialty?
- Michael Couser is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Couser located?
- Michael Couser's practice location on file with NPPES is 444 Nc 108 Hwy, Rutherfordton, NC 28139-7871.
- What is Michael Couser's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Couser is (828) 287-7846.
- Does Michael Couser accept Medicare?
- Michael Couser is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Couser's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Couser's NPI (1891316451) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.