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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wells, Critical Care Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. James Wells, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wells is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wells’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wells’s office at (205) 975-8978.
Where did Dr. Wells go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Wells speak?
Dr. Wells and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Wells typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Wells diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Wells. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- AAT Deficiency
- Alpha-1 Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8801: Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Wells typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Wells may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Wells' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wells accept my insurance?
Dr. Wells accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 975-8978 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wells accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Wells in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wells' office located?
What is Dr. Wells's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346453446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wells?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wells
What is Dr. James Wells's specialty?
Dr. Wells is a Critical Care Internist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. James Wells affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wells is affiliated with Uab Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Wells accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Wells is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Wells offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wells's office at (205) 975-8978 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Wells?
Please contact Dr. Wells's office at (205) 975-8978 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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