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Dr. Couch

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

J. Cummins Couch III, MD

Family Medicine
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$475.00 every 3 months*

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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
$475.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$950.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,900.00 each year*

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Dr. Couch

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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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
$475.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$950.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,900.00 each year*

I want to...

*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 MDVIP to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at any number you may provide to MDVIP. You acknowledge that your consent to receive these communications is not required and that you may call the number listed above to get more information or enroll. You can contact MDVIP any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages by replying "STOP" via text or calling 1-877-764-2340. Text "HELP" for help. Message frequency may vary. Message/data rates may apply.

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 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

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.

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
$475.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$950.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,900.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Fill out the form to join now, receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Couch.

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
$475.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$950.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,900.00 each year*

I want to...

*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 MDVIP to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at any number you may provide to MDVIP. You acknowledge that your consent to receive these communications is not required and that you may call the number listed above to get more information or enroll. You can contact MDVIP any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages by replying "STOP" via text or calling 1-877-764-2340. Text "HELP" for help. Message frequency may vary. Message/data rates may apply.

Reviews from around the web

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03/16/2019 Heather McDonald
Dr Couch is an amazing physician and I completely trust him to provide the best care for myself, and my young children. It makes a world of difference to have access to him directly 24 hours a day - especially with young kids!
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02/20/2025 Helen Hickman
Wonderful care from this place. We could not have made it without
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02/18/2020 Reba Crowell
Dr Couch and his staff provide the most efficient, knowledgeable and personal approach to all my medical needs.
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03/17/2022 Grady Clark
Cummins Couch has "restored" by faith in the medical community. He is almost always available. The ability to text a doctor on, say Sunday evening, and get a response with followup questions - that alone is worth the extra cost - many times over!
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07/06/2022 Janet McDonald
Dr Couch and team have been extremely helpful and caring in every situation. Have been a member from the start.
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07/09/2021 Robert Ballard
Great service! Dr.Couch is very knowledgable and HE listens very well!
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05/20/2021 John Tobin
I have had Type one Diabetes since 1966. I thought I had the best care at a Famous Teaching Health Care facility in Nashville , until I heard and spoke to Dr Couch. Dr Couch has taken my A1C of 7.1 and gotten it down to 6.6 in 6 months. He was able to increase my kidney function from 31% to 46% in a one year time period His initial testing of blood work was also much more extensive than the teaching hospital. Overall my health is getting better and it will cost me less. He also takes time with me like my childhood Doctor. I highly recommend Dr Coach and the MDVIP program. Dr Couch and the MDVIP program are able to spend more time taking care of patients than our current U S health care system that is moving to a impersonal socialized system.
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08/23/2018 T Mc
Dr. Couch and one of his staff Mallory, really helped us out during our recent vacation out of the country. My wife was ill and needed antibiotics. Dr. Couch and Mallory were very patient and helpful to work with the local pharmacy to get us the right prescription. It made us really appreciate having Dr. Couch as our family physician.
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02/15/2019 Tim Roberts
Dr. Couch is a wonderful doctor, he is very knowledgeable and very caring. His staff is very caring. I am so thankful for them.
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08/26/2021 Tim Roberts
They are àlways ready for you once they weigh you and take your stats Doc is right in and spends a lot of time with you trying to find out what out what is the problem. Deb Roberts
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03/04/2021 Debbie Brown
Excellent doctor.

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...

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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 needing to 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
$475.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$950.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,900.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Fill out the form to join now, receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Couch.

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
$475.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$950.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$1,900.00 each year*

I want to...

*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 MDVIP to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at any number you may provide to MDVIP. You acknowledge that your consent to receive these communications is not required and that you may call the number listed above to get more information or enroll. You can contact MDVIP any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages by replying "STOP" via text or calling 1-877-764-2340. Text "HELP" for help. Message frequency may vary. Message/data rates may apply.

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