Dr. James Opie Wells
Nephrology in Tucker, Georgia
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 61+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. James Opie Wells, MD, is a Nephrology specialist in Tucker, Georgia. He attended and graduated from Bowman Gray School Of Medicine Of Wake Forest University in 1963, having over 61 years of diverse experience, especially in Nephrology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta Inc, Dekalb Medical Center. Dr. James Opie Wells may accept Medicare Assignment. Call (770) 934-2585 to request Dr. James Opie Wells the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
James Opie Wells |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
5092995183 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Nephrology (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 61 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. James Opie Wells attended and graduated from Bowman Gray School Of Medicine Of Wake Forest University in 1963.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1023067725
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. James Opie Wells
Medical Licenses
Dr. James Opie Wells has been primarily specialized in Nephrology for over 61 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Nephrology
click for detail Nephrology An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
| 13702 | Georgia |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Atlanta, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Decatur, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Practice Locations
2193 Northlake Pkwy
Suite 102
Tucker, GA 30084-4116
Phone: (770) 934-2585
Fax: (770) 493-6526
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, July 31, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, March 10, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. James Opie Wells [NPI: 1023067725]Nephrology, Internal Medicine