Kwesi Grant-Acquah, MD
Kwesi Grant-Acquah is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Springfield, IL with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kwesi Grant-Acquah, MD has practiced internal medicine for 17+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 2009 and has 17+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
701 N 1st St, Springfield, IL 62781-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.39%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
12.39% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.5%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
38
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
196
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,123
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.80M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+40%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.2k received from industry
65 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Kwesi Grant-Acquah's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
17 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
Po Box 19656, Springfield, IL 62794-9656
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kwesi Grant-Acquah
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kwesi Grant-Acquah for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Springfield required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kwesi Grant-Acquah
NPI records show Dr. Grant-Acquah as active with telehealth listed in Springfield, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (217) 545-0182.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kwesi Grant-Acquah
Practice Location
701 N 1st St, Springfield, IL 62781-0001
Mailing Address
Po Box 19656, Springfield, IL 62794-9656
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