Summary

Dr. Phillip Wells specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. He earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine in Missouri, where he also completed his residency training in otolaryngology. With 36 years of experience in the field, Dr. Wells holds board certification in otolaryngology from the American Board of Otolaryngology. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Wells practices at Head and Neck Associates in San Clemente, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Mission Hospital. He treats patients with sinusitis and various forms of hearing loss, including hearing problems in children. His surgical expertise includes endoscopic sinus surgery, and he performs diagnostic procedures such as audiograms to evaluate hearing function. Patients have given Dr. Wells an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 36 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Louis University School of Medicine Program
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Head and Neck Associates - San Clemente

675 Camino de los Mares Ste 420San Clemente, CA 92673
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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36 Years of Experience 62 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
San Clemente , CALaguna Hills , CAOrange , CAChapel Hill , NC
Med School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Phillip Rus Wells

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optima Health - Medicaid
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - IPA
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - HMO
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Phillip Rus Wells has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Phillip Rus Wells has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Otolaryngology

Otolaryngology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Louis University School of Medicine Program
St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology

Medical School

Saint Louis University School of Medicine
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis MoGraduated in 1990
Columbia Univ College of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Phillip Wells affiliated with?
Dr. Phillip Wells is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital.
Does Dr. Phillip Wells accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Phillip Wells accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Phillip Wells's office located?
Dr. Phillip Wells's office is located at 675 Camino de los Mares Ste 420, San Clemente, CA, 92673.
What languages does Dr. Phillip Wells speak?
Dr. Phillip Wells speaks English.
Does Dr. Phillip Wells accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Phillip Wells has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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