Roger Wells
PA-C
Education
- University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant Degree 1987
Primary Care and Surgery Certifications
Certificate of Academic Excellence
- Eastern Illinois University
Master of Science, Physical Education 1980
Emphasis in biomechanics and exercise physiology
Thesis: “An Exercise Program on a Paraplegic Amputee”
Awards
- National Rural Health Association President’s Award, 2018
- Nebraska Rural Health Association – Rural Health Achievement of Excellence, 2013
- University of Nebraska Medical Center – Distinguished Alumnus Award, 2013
Memberships
- National Association of Rural Health Clinics 2020-Present
Policy Committee - National Rural Health Association
Clinical Constituent Chair 2016-2020
Board of Trustees 2016-2020
Rural Health Congress Member 2014-2022 - CMS Clinical Champion Member 2016-Present
Provide input to CMS and speak/inform public on Quality Payment Program Initiatives - Nebraska Academy of Physician Assistants
Previous President and present Rural Health Committee - Nebraska Governors Rural Health Advisory Commission 2003-2024
Chairperson 2013-2015 and current member - Federal Office of Rural Health Policy
National Commission on Rural Health and Human Services 2011-2014 - Stratis Health
Rural Quality Advisory Council 2019-2021 - Presenter at CMS Quality Conference 2018, 2020, Patients over Paperwork initiate and at the Office of the National Coordinator Annual Conference concerning burden reduction