Ryan Wells, M.D.
NPI 1184697658 · Dermatology Physician · Ventura, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ryan Wells, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Ventura, CA (NPI 1184697658).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184697658
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A73951 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,526 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,480 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 469 | $73 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 315 | $57 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 201 | $620 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 164 | $98 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 111 | 94 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 49 | 38 |
| Cephalexin | 45 | 37 |
| Silver Sulfadiazinebrand: Ssd | 29 | 24 |
| Ketoconazole | 28 | 22 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 18 | 17 |
| Fluorouracil | 18 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$65 across 2 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-07
- Last updated
- 2022-10-04
- Certified
- 2022-10-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ryan Wells's NPI number?
- Ryan Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184697658, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ryan Wells's specialty?
- Ryan Wells is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ryan Wells located?
- Ryan Wells's practice location on file with NPPES is 168 N Brent St Ste 403b, Ventura, CA 93003-2824.
- What is Ryan Wells's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ryan Wells is (805) 948-6920.
- Does Ryan Wells accept Medicare?
- Ryan Wells is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ryan Wells's NPI active?
- Yes — Ryan Wells's NPI (1184697658) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.