4.1
45 Ratings with 23 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Couch is an orthopedic surgeon with expertise in physical medicine and rehabilitation. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at POH Medical Center MSUCOM. With 41 years of experience in practice, Dr. Couch brings extensive knowledge to treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Couch practices at ECU Health Beaufort Hospital and sees patients at locations in Washington and Kinston, North Carolina. He specializes in treating serious injuries including leg fractures, arm fractures, and hip fractures. His procedural expertise includes performing extremity X-rays and providing bursa aspirations and injections to help reduce joint inflammation and pain. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Couch practices at ECU Health Beaufort Hospital and sees patients at locations in Washington and Kinston, North Carolina. He specializes in treating serious injuries including leg fractures, arm fractures, and hip fractures. His procedural expertise includes performing extremity X-rays and providing bursa aspirations and injections to help reduce joint inflammation and pain. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- 26 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Poh Medical Center Msucom
- 23 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Richard Crane Couch has 3 locationsVidant Orthopedics Washington
1207 Highland DrWashington, NC 27889 Tel: (252) 946-6513
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
ECU Health Beaufort Hospital, a campus of ECU Health Medical Center
628 E 12th StWashington, NC 27889Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 41 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Washington , NC | New Bern , NC | Pinehurst , NC | Washington , NC |
| Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Crane Couch
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Crane Couch has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Crane Couch has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Crane Couch holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Poh Medical Center Msucom.
Medical School
Graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Couch's NPI number is 1902983711.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Couch affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Couch is affiliated with Ecu Health Beaufort Hospital.
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