Summary

Dr. Phillip Wells specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the ear, 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 practice, Dr. Wells is board-certified in otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Wells practices at Providence Mission Hospital and sees patients in San Clemente, California. His expertise includes treating sinusitis and chronic sinusitis, as well as addressing hearing loss concerns. He performs endoscopic sinus surgery to help patients with chronic sinus problems and conducts nasal endoscopy and nasal examinations for diagnostic purposes. Patients have given Dr. Wells an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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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3.6 
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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
San Clemente , CAIrvine , CATustin , CAOrange , CA
Med School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Phillip Rus Wells has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

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

Phillip Rus Wells holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Louis University School of Medicine Program and St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology.

Medical School

Graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo in 1990, and Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons in 1990.

NPI Number

Phillip Rus Wells' NPI number is 1851394209.

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Phillip Wells speaks English.
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