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DR. LANCE ARTIBA WELLS M.D.
NPI 1790087401
Internal Medicine in Hillsdale, MI

Active since December 01, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.79/100
CMS Quality Rating
168 S HOWELL ST, HILLSDALE, MI 49242(412) 427-2677 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Lance Artiba Wells M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LANCE ARTIBA WELLS M.D. (NPI 1790087401) is an individual internal medicine provider in Hillsdale, Michigan, licensed in Iowa (MD-48492) and active in the NPI registry since December 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hillsdale Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790087401
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LANCE ARTIBA WELLSCredential: M.D.
Location Address168 S HOWELL STHillsdale, MI 49242-2040
Mailing Address33717 Woodward Ave # 442Birmingham, MI 48009-0913 · (412) 427-2677
Phone(412) 427-2677
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateDecember 1, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 29, 2025
NPPES CertifiedAugust 29, 2025
✔ NPI 1790087401 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IA · MD-48492✔ Licensed in PA · MT198217
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.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License MT198217 (PA), MD-48492 (IA)
168 S HOWELL ST, Hillsdale, MI 49242
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1320 E North Ave, Department of Emergency MedicinePittsburgh, PA 15212-4756 · Phone (412) 359-4905
Location 21000 W Lincoln WayJefferson, IA 50129-1685 · Phone (515) 386-2114

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Medica and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Lance Artiba Wells M.d. 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 ID5294040853
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150812007058
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 4

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
111 services104 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.
87 services81 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
36 services32 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Hillsdale Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hillsdale, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230037
Location168 S Howell StreetHillsdale, MI 49242 · Hillsdale County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mclaren Bay Region

Acute Care Hospitals · Bay City, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230041
Location1900 Columbus AveBay City, MI 48708 · Bay County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mclaren Greater Lansing

Acute Care Hospitals · Lansing, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230167
Location2900 Collins RdLansing, MI 48910 · Ingham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49242 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

95.79/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality94.94
Improvement Activities40
Cost79.7

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

NORTHERN MICHIGAN EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS, LLP
Emergency Medicine
168 S HOWELL ST
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-5441
DR. REGGIE ROBERT KEHOE OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
168 S HOWELL ST
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-5314
MS. BRIETTA L ALLEN MSW
Social Worker
168 S HOWELL ST
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (800) 968-6866
LESLIE JOHN FRASER M.D
Emergency Medicine
168 S HOWELL ST
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-5125
MS. SHAREE LYNN HOYT CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
168 S HOWELL ST
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-4451
ABBIE CHRISTINE CHASE
Physical Therapist
168 S HOWELL ST
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-4451
DR. REHAN RAZA AHMAD M.D.
Emergency Medicine
168 S HOWELL ST
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-4451
AMY KATHLEEN DOYLE
Occupational Therapist
168 S HOWELL ST
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-5314

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 Lance Wells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lance Wells is 1790087401. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 1, 2010.

Where is Lance Wells located?

Lance Wells practices at 168 S Howell St, Hillsdale, MI 49242. The listed phone number is (412) 427-2677.

What is Lance Wells's specialty?

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

Is Lance Wells enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lance 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 Lance Wells accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Medica and Priority Health list Lance 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.

Is Lance Wells affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lance Wells is affiliated with Hillsdale Hospital, Mclaren Bay Region and Mclaren Greater Lansing.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lance Wells was last updated on August 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.