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47 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wells, Hospitalist in Selma, CA?
Dr. James Wells, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Selma, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Wells graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program. Dr. Wells is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wells’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wells’s office at (559) 891-2333.
Where did Dr. Wells go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program
Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin
What languages does Dr. Wells speak?
Dr. Wells and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wells treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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.
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Acute Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Exposure to Other Factors
- Unspecified environmental exposure
- Other external factors health
- Unknown exposure effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- X58XXXA: Exposure to other specified factors, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Wells perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Wells may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wells' office.
Does Dr. Wells accept my insurance?
Dr. Wells accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 891-2333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wells accept in Selma, CA?
Dr. Wells in Selma, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Integranet Health
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1326090804.
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 Hospitalist near Selma, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Wells to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Wells affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wells is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is James Wells accepting new patients in Selma, CA?
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 (559) 891-2333 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 (559) 891-2333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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