Karissa Couch, FNP-BC
Karissa Couch is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Portsmouth, OH with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Karissa Couch, FNP-BC has been part of the Portsmouth medical community since 2017 in group practice. A Ohio Medical University graduate since 2016, she brings 10+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1805 27th St Emergency Department, Portsmouth, OH 45662-2640
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better17.35%
Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+12.3 pts)
17.35% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
428
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
138
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
196
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2016
Ohio Medical University
Board certified · Oct 24, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Education & Training
Ohio Medical University (Class of 2016)
Virtual Nursing Care With Karissa Couch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Karissa Couch for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Portsmouth required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Karissa Couch
Dr. Couch is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Portsmouth, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (740) 356-8240.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Karissa Couch
Practice Location
1805 27th St Emergency Department, Portsmouth, OH 45662-2640
Mailing Address
1805 27th St Emergency Department, Portsmouth, OH 45662-2640
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