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DR. BRIAN W WELLS MD
NPI 1457666406
Internal Medicine in Bessemer, AL

Active since August 15, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.24/100
CMS Quality Rating
5000 MEDICAL WEST WAY STE 410, BESSEMER, AL 35022(205) 481-8670 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 9, 2025, May 19, 2021, Apr 22, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Brian W Wells Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. BRIAN W WELLS MD (NPI 1457666406) is an individual internal medicine provider in Bessemer, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD.31783) and active in the NPI registry since August 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457666406
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRIAN W WELLSCredential: MD
Location Address5000 MEDICAL WEST WAY STE 410Bessemer, AL 35022-7082
Mailing Address5000 Medical West Way, Ste 410Bessemer, AL 35022-7082 · (205) 481-8670
Phone(205) 481-8670
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateAugust 15, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 9, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 9, 2025
✔ NPI 1457666406 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · MD.31783
Definition
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.
5000 MEDICAL WEST WAY STE 410, Bessemer, AL 35022
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Brian W Wells Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5597906172
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130724000321
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
494 services167 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
100 services69 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
22 services22 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
19 services19 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35022 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

96.24/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality74.02
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers32 claims60 services$5.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers11 claims14 services$1.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
3 suppliers24 claims24 services$47.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers23 claims23 services$6.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Lightweight wheelchair K0003
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$28.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

COURTNEY ISSIS-BANUELOS CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5000 MEDICAL WEST WAY STE 410
BESSEMER, AL 35022
Jefferson County (205) 481-8570

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Brian Wells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Wells is 1457666406. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 15, 2010.

Where is Brian Wells located?

Brian Wells practices at 5000 Medical West Way Ste 410, Bessemer, AL 35022. The listed phone number is (205) 481-8670.

What is Brian Wells's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Brian Wells enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Wells is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Brian Wells accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and Oscar Insurance Company list Brian Wells as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brian Wells was last updated on December 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.