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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wells, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Melanie Wells, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Wells completed her residency at Denver Hlth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wells is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wells’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wells’s office at (303) 338-4545.
Where did Dr. Wells go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Denver Hlth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Wells board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Wells, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
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.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wells typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Wells may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent 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 (303) 338-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wells accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Wells in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Not Specified
Quest
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 1386771269.
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. Melanie Wells's specialty?
Dr. Wells is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Denver, CO.
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. Melanie Wells affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wells is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melanie Wells accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Wells is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Wells offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wells's office at (303) 338-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Wells?
Please contact Dr. Wells's office at (303) 338-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Wells have?
Dr. Melanie Wells is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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