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Dr. Jacob Wells, MD

Sunrise, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wells, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sunrise, FL?

    Dr. Jacob Wells, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sunrise, FL. 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 (239) 645-5722.

    What languages does Dr. Wells speak?

    Dr. Wells and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wells typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wells typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jacob Wells may include:

    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 (239) 645-5722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wells accept in Sunrise, FL?

    Dr. Wells in Sunrise, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wells' office located?

    Dr. Jacob Wells' Primary Practice

    1643 NW 136th Ave

    Sunrise, FL 33323

    (239) 645-5722

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    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 1821739483.

    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. Jacob Wells's specialty?

    Dr. Wells is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sunrise, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Jacob Wells affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wells is affiliated with Uf Health Flagler Hospital, Hca Florida Memorial Hospital, Hca Florida North Florida Hospital, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Hca Florida Ocala Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Jacob Wells accepting new patients in Sunrise, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Jacob Wells is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jacob Wells offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wells's office at (239) 645-5722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jacob Wells?

    Please contact Dr. Wells's office at (239) 645-5722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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