Dr. Richard Wells, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease
17+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
5 locations
University Of Mississippi Med Center
2500 N State St, Jackson, Mississippi, 39216
(601) 984-4100
St Dominic-jackson Memorial Hospital
969 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, Mississippi, 39216
(601) 200-2000
State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center
2500 N State St, Jackson, Mississippi, 39216
(601) 815-4775
State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center
2500 N State St, Jackson, Mississippi, 39216
State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center
2500 N State St, Jackson, Mississippi, 39216
(601) 898-4404
About Dr. Richard Wells
Richard Wells, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Jackson, MS.
Specialty Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
18
Years Experience
5
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Pulmonary DiseaseCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2008
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 24334 | Internal Medicine |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Richard Wells
With 17 years of practice, Dr. Richard Wells is an established pulmonary disease provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2008. Dr. currently practices across 5 facilities, including University Of Mississippi Med Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285865162, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Richard Wells as a lower-volume pulmonary disease provider, treating approximately 386 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 803 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Richard Wells received $2K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$2K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Pulmonary Disease Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 39216
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Richard Wells
What does Dr. Richard Wells specialize in?
Dr. Richard Wells specializes in Pulmonary Disease.
Where does Dr. Richard Wells practice?
Dr. Richard Wells practices at University Of Mississippi Med Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. is also affiliated with 4 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Richard Wells accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Richard Wells accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 386 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Richard Wells's NPI number?
Dr. Richard Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285865162. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Richard Wells been practicing?
Dr. Richard Wells has approximately 17 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2008.