John A. Wells
Expertise in
7
conditions

Dr. John A. Wells

Ophthalmology
124 Sunset Court, 
West Columbia, SC 
Accepting New Patients
44 Years of Experience
Referral may be required
Expertise in
7
conditions
124 Sunset Court, 
West Columbia, SC 

Overview

John Wells is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Columbia, South Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.

Dr. Wells is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy.

Dr. Wells is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Emory University School Of Medicine, 1982

Residency

Emory University Hospital

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in SC

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Fellowships

Moorfields Eye Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Prisma Health Baptist

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Trustmark
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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

Palmetto Retina Center–West Columbia
124 Sunset Court, West Columbia, SC 29169
Other Locations
Palmetto Retina Center–Florence
1831 West Evans Street, Suite 315, Florence, SC 29501
Palmetto Retina Center–Columbia
2611 Forest Drive, Suite 110, Columbia, SC 29204

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John A. Wells

How do I make an appointment with Dr. John A. Wells?

You can book an appointment with Dr. John A. Wells by calling their office at 803-931-0077. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. John A. Wells a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John A. Wells is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. John A. Wells specialize in?

While Dr. John A. Wells is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. John A. Wells accept my insurance?

Dr. John A. Wells accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 803-931-0077 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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