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Dr. James Wells, MD

Carlsbad, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wells, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Carlsbad, NM?

    Dr. James Wells, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, NM. Dr. Wells completed his residency at Tex Tech/Re Thomason. Dr. Wells is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wells’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wells’s office at (575) 887-4100.

    Where did Dr. Wells go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tex Tech/Re Thomason

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James 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 (575) 887-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wells accept in Carlsbad, NM?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wells' office located?

    Dr. James Wells' Primary Practice

    2430 W Pierce St

    Carlsbad, NM 88220

    (575) 887-4100

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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 1639186059.

    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 Emergency Medicine Specialist near Carlsbad, NM.

    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. James Wells affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wells is affiliated with Christus Health, University Medical Center Of El Paso, Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Lincoln County Medical Center, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Three Crosses Regional 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 James Wells accepting new patients in Carlsbad, NM?

    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 (575) 887-4100 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 (575) 887-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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