J. Cummins Couch III, MD

Primary Care That Makes you Primary

J. Cummins Couch III, MD

Family Medicine
5.0 /5
25 reviews

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Residency

Bristol Family Practice
Bristol, TN
Family Medicine 1994-1996

Internship

Bristol Family Practice
Bristol, TN
1993-1994

Medical School

Quillen College of Medicine
Johnson City, TN
Doctorate of Medicine 1993

Undergraduate

Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN
Pre-Medical 1985-1987
University of Tennessee at Martin
Martin, TN
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Chemistry 1989

American Board of Family Medicine
Certified Medical Director 1999
Medical Review Officer 2008

Maury Regional Hospital

NHC Hillview, Medical Director 1998-present
SNU Maury Regional Hospital, Medical Director 1997-present

Columbia State Community College
Top Ten of Graduating Class
Who’s Who of American Junior Colleges
Gamma Beta Phi
President’s List
University of Tennessee at Martin
Phi Kappa Phi
Teaching Assistant 1988-1989
High Honors
Outstanding Resident Class of 1996

American Academy of Family Practice
Tennessee Academy of Family Practice
Maury County Medical Society
American Medical Directors Association
American Association of Medical Review Officers

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$462.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$925.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,850.00 each year*

J. Cummins Couch III, MD

Meet J. Cummins Couch III, MD


I believe the key to good health is having a personalized partnership with each of my patients by caring, listening, educating and advocating for them. In my personalized healthcare practice, I am able to spend extra time with my patients on prevention and wellness and also focus on women's health, occupational health, cardiovascular health and weight loss. I also offer conveniences, like same- or next-day appointments that start on time, which may be found in concierge medicine practices. 

As a board-certified family physician, I see all age groups from newborns to seniors, working to help them achieve their optimal health. 

I am affiliated with Maury Regional Hospital and see patients from all over middle Tennessee, including Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill, Columbia, Mt. Pleasant, Pulaski, Lawrenceburg, Loretto, Hampshire, Hohenwald, Lewisburg, Murfreesboro and Dickson.

We offer complimentary meet-and-greet consultations to see how you would benefit in our unique practice. I look forward to meeting you.

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Primary Care That Makes you Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Couch's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Couch quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Couch by phone or text after-hours, and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Couch when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$462.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$925.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,850.00 each year*

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Testimonials from patients of J. Cummins Couch III, MD

Thankful for a dedicated doctor

from Alice in TN • February 17, 2024
I have a been a resident of Tennessee for four years. When I came to Tennessee, I had not searched doctors that would accept my insurance. Some family members and friends from church told me about Dr. Couch. Dr. Couch came well recommended. Made an appointment to meet Dr. Couch to see if he would accept me as a patient. Dr. Couch accepted me as a patient. While a resident of Florida, I was Read more...

Moved my kidney function higher than the Teaching Hospital in My Area said I would ever achieve !

from John in TN • February 11, 2024
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I have been a type one diabetic for 57 years. I went to the number one rated Medical Center in Tennessee for about 24 years and they told me I would never get my kidney function past the 30% range. Dr. Couch was able to raise my kidney function to 43% within one year of going to his practice, and keep me there. .He loves studying medicine and taking care of his patients. He will spend as much Read more...

Dr. Couch

from Carrol in TN • February 11, 2024
Dr. Couch is a caring doctor. He wants his patients to get better and has suggestions on how to do it. Easy to reach him and his staff. His staff is the best!

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from Barbara in TN • February 11, 2024
We had the same physician for 30 plus years and the day he decided to retire was a sad day for us. We knew it was coming yet the confirmation did not seem real. We were discussing with family and found that some had a physician with MdVip that changed their lives. They could not say enough about the care they received. We set up a new patient visit with J Cummins Couch. That day he was Read more...

Always there when I need him

from PHYLLIS in TN • March 11, 2020
I started seeing Dr. Couch 2 years ago. I am a reasonably healthy women in my 60's, but being able to text or call him anytime I have a problem, or a question, rather than having to jump through hoops with a office staffer, makes it worth the money I pay for the concierge service. Dr. Couch has alot of experience, yet he his young enough to be on the leading edge of everything medical, Read more...

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Locations & Hours

Primary Office

104 Glass Street
Mount Pleasant, TN 38474

call 931.379.7325

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Hours

Mon 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$462.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$925.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,850.00 each year*

Get Started Today

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*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.

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