William S Hulesch, MD
William S Hulesch is a Family Medicine specialist based in Downers Grove, IL with over 54 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
William S Hulesch, MD has been part of the Downers Grove medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine in 1972 and has 54+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 28% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4900 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515-3611
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.84%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.84% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.3%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
667
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,008
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,113
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.02M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$26 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low 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 2018, attributed to William S Hulesch's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1972
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 9, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
54 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (Class of 1972)
Mailing address
29373 Network Pl, Chicago, IL 60673-1293
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With William S Hulesch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with William S Hulesch for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Downers Grove 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 William S Hulesch
NPI records show Dr. Hulesch as active with telehealth listed in Downers Grove, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (630) 963-5440.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact William S Hulesch
Practice Location
4900 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515-3611
Mailing Address
29373 Network Pl, Chicago, IL 60673-1293
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