James M. Wells
Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
2410 Susannah St, 
Johnson City, TN 

Overview

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Dr. Wells is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Hip Replacement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 155 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

East Tennessee State University,  

Residency

University Of Mississippi Medical Center

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in TN

Board Certifications

American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowships

Orthopaedic Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

 

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Awards

 

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Sentara Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Watauga Orthopaedics, Plc
2410 Susannah St, Johnson City, TN 37601

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James M. Wells

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You can book an appointment with Dr. James M. Wells by calling their office at 423-282-9011. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. James M. Wells a top-rated expert for Emphysema?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James M. Wells is classified as an Elite expert for Emphysema, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. James M. Wells specialize in?

While Dr. James M. Wells is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Emphysema, Osteoarthritis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. James M. Wells participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. James M. Wells has published 155 articles and abstracts on conditions like Emphysema. You can view a list of Dr. James M. Wells's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. James M. Wells accept my insurance?

Dr. James M. Wells accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-282-9011 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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