J. Cummins Couch III, MD
Family Medicine
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About 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.
Bristol, TN
Family Medicine 1994-1996
Bristol, TN
1993-1994
Johnson City, TN
Doctorate of Medicine 1993
Columbia, TN
Pre-Medical 1985-1987
University of Tennessee at Martin
Martin, TN
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Chemistry 1989
Certified Medical Director 1999
Medical Review Officer 2008
SNU Maury Regional Hospital, Medical Director 1997-present
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
Tennessee Academy of Family Practice
Maury County Medical Society
American Medical Directors Association
American Association of Medical Review Officers
Benefits of joining Dr. Couch's practice with MDVIP
The office of J. Cummins Couch III, MD
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.
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.
**The message above is a personal introduction from the physician, intended to help you get to know them better. The views, opinions, and statements expressed above are solely those of the physician and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of MDVIP. This content is intended for general background purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any mentions of expertise or quality of care are personal expressions and should not be interpreted as guarantees of performance or outcomes.