DR. LINDA S COUCH M.D.
NPI 1639113244
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in San Antonio, TX

Q: What is Linda Couch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda Couch is 1639113244. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2006.

Q: What is Linda Couch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linda Couch was last updated on February 26, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since June 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

79.14/100

CMS Quality Rating

5206 RESEARCH DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240(210) 595-5300(210) 614-8740 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 26, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 26, 2018, Jan 29, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Linda S Couch M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. LINDA S COUCH M.D. (NPI 1639113244) is an individual medical oncology provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (L6332) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee, and is a graduate of University Of Virginia School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639113244

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X

Provider Legal NameDR. LINDA S COUCHCredential: M.D.

Location Address5206 RESEARCH DRSan Antonio, TX 78240-5251

Mailing AddressPo Box 911230Dallas, TX 75391-1230 · (972) 994-5411 · Fax (972) 234-2987

Phone(210) 595-5300

Fax(210) 614-8740

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateJune 15, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 26, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1639113244 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RX0202X

License✔ Licensed in TX · L6332

Definition

An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.

5206 RESEARCH DR, San Antonio, TX 78240

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Other Identifiers 6

Medicaid158690102TX

Other8R1417TX · Blue Cross Of Texas

OtherP01547621TX · Railroad Medicare

Medicaid158690105TX

Medicaid158690101TX

Medicaid158690103TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, BridgeSpan Health Company and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Linda S Couch M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5395748099

PECOS Enrollment IDI20250522001704

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

74 services58 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

65 services53 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

35 services24 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee

Acute Care Hospitals · Muskogee, OK

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number370025

Location300 Rockefeller DriveMuskogee, OK 74401 · Muskogee County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ohsu Hospital And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number380009

Location3181 SW Sam Jackson Park RoadPortland, OR 97239 · Multnomah County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bay Area Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Coos Bay, OR

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number380090

Location1775 Thompson RoadCoos Bay, OR 97420 · Coos County

Emergency services

Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Bandon, OR

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number381304

Location900 11th Street SEBandon, OR 97411 · Coos County

Emergency services

Curry General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Gold Beach, OR

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number381322

Location94220 Fourth StreetGold Beach, OR 97444 · Curry County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78240 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$166.88 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

79.14/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

81.3

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

41.33

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)