26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wells, Internist in Akron, OH?
Dr. Michael Wells, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Wells graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Summa Health System, Internal Medicine. 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 (330) 899-9070.
Where did Dr. Wells go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Summa Health System, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Ohio Univ- Coll Of Osteo Med- Athens Oh | Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Wells board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Wells, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 Internist like Dr. Wells typically treat?
As an 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wells typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Wells performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Needle Insertion into Muscle
- Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
- Muscle Needle Treatment
- Therapeutic Needle Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Wells accept my insurance?
Dr. Wells accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 899-9070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wells accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. Wells in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Aultman Health Foundation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wells' office located?
Dr. Michael Wells' Primary Practice
3593 S Arlington Rd Ste A
Akron, OH 44312
(330) 899-9070
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 1124088125.
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. Michael Wells's specialty?
Dr. Wells is a Internist near Akron, OH.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Michael Wells affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wells is affiliated with Summa Health System – Akron Campus, Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Hospital, Aultman Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Wells accepting new patients in Akron, OH?
Yes, Dr. Michael Wells is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Wells offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wells's office at (330) 899-9070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Wells?
Please contact Dr. Wells's office at (330) 899-9070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Wells have?
Dr. Michael Wells is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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