MICHAEL BENJAMIN WELLS MD
NPI 1952837874
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Tacoma, WA

Active since May 11, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1304 FAWCETT AVE, TACOMA, WA 98402(713) 500-6500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 20, 2026, Sep 3, 2024, Nov 15, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Michael Benjamin Wells Md NPPES

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

MICHAEL BENJAMIN WELLS MD (NPI 1952837874) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61253156) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Indiana University Health, and maintains a secondary practice location in Indianapolis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952837874
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL BENJAMIN WELLSCredential: MD
Location Address1304 FAWCETT AVETacoma, WA 98402-1911
Mailing Address1304 Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402-1911
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 20, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 20, 2026
✔ NPI 1952837874 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · MD61253156✔ Licensed in IN · 01099136A
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
1304 FAWCETT AVE, Tacoma, WA 98402

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202-1239 · Phone (317) 962-6793

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael Benjamin 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 ID840686804
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230301000872, I20241126004378, I20260326000342
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Wells reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Radiology
1304 FAWCETT AVE STE 100
Tacoma, WA 98402
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas and Washington enrollments
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group
Radiology
2502 S UNION AVE
Tacoma, WA 98405
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas and Washington enrollments
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
Radiology
2502 S UNION AVE
Tacoma, WA 98405
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas and Washington enrollments
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
Radiology
2502 S UNION AVE
Tacoma, WA 98405
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas and Washington enrollments
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
1701 N SENATE BLVD
Indianapolis, IN 46202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana and Texas enrollments
  • 5,212 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 32

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.

Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml A9585
Gadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.
2,720 services34 patients
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
1,250 services14 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
826 services796 patients
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125
A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.
299 services297 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496
A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.
220 services219 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498
A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.
217 services216 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Indiana University Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150056
Location1701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Clare Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lakewood, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500021
Location11315 Bridgeport Way S WLakewood, WA 98499 · Pierce County
Emergency services

St Joseph Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500108
Location1717 South J StreetTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500129
Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Anthony Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gig Harbor, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500151
Location11567 Canterwood Boulevard NWGig Harbor, WA 98332 · Pierce County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98402 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
$88.29 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $22.07 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$71.29 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

Physician Assistant
1304 FAWCETT AVE, SUITE 100
TACOMA, WA 98402
Physician Assistant
1304 FAWCETT AVE, SUITE 100
TACOMA, WA 98402
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1304 FAWCETT AVE, SUITE 100
TACOMA, WA 98402
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1304 FAWCETT AVE, SUITE 100
TACOMA, WA 98402
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1304 FAWCETT AVE, SUITE 100
TACOMA, WA 98402
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1304 FAWCETT AVE, SUITE 100
TACOMA, WA 98402
Radiology (Body Imaging)
1304 FAWCETT AVE, SUITE 100
TACOMA, WA 98402
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1304 FAWCETT AVE, SUITE 100
TACOMA, WA 98402

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 Michael Wells's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Wells is 1952837874. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2017.

Where is Michael Wells located?

Michael Wells practices at 1304 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402. The listed phone number is (713) 500-6500.

What is Michael Wells's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Michael Wells enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Michael Wells's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Wells reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Medical Imaging Northwest - Good Samaritan Hospital Imaging Alliance (Tacoma, WA), Tra Medical Imaging Centers LLC (Tacoma, WA), Union Avenue Open Mri LLC (Tacoma, WA), Tra-Minw P S (Tacoma, WA) and Iu Health Medical Group, LLC (Indianapolis, IN). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Michael Wells's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Wells accept?

Health plans from CareSource and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Michael 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 Michael Wells affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Wells is affiliated with Indiana University Health, St Clare Hospital, St Joseph Medical Center, Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital and St Anthony Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Wells was last updated on March 20, 2026. 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.