Akuffo Quarde

Endocrinology in Lakeville, Minnesota

Practice Details

Address
18465 Orchard Trl
Lakeville, MN 55044
Geocoded location: 44.6823, -93.2852
Taxonomy
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Credential
M.D
NPPES Enumeration
Listed with NPPES since 2014
Sole Proprietor
No
Provider Gender (NPPES)
Male
NPPES Record Updated
November 2024

Specialty taxonomies on file (2)

  • Internal Medicine
  • Endocrinology
    Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
    Primary

All specialty taxonomies this NPI reports in the CMS National Provider registry. A taxonomy on file reflects a self-reported designation, not confirmation of current services.

About This Clinician

This clinician is enumerated under Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes, and frequently prescribe GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide as part of diabetes or metabolic-syndrome management — though not every endocrinology practice treats obesity as a primary focus, and some see only referred, complex cases.

Locally, this is 1 of 1 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism practice in Lakeville carrying this exact taxonomy in our directory.

What to expect at an Endocrinology visit

Endocrinology visits focus on hormonal and metabolic conditions. For a GLP-1-related consult, patients commonly encounter:

  • •A review of diabetes, thyroid, or metabolic history and current medications.
  • •Lab work such as A1c and a metabolic panel to guide diagnosis and dosing.
  • •A discussion of whether a GLP-1 medication fits the treatment goal (diabetes control, weight, or both).
  • •Follow-up scheduling to titrate dose and monitor response over time.

This is general guidance for endocrinology practices, not a description of Akuffo Quarde's specific protocol, services, or pricing. Confirm what a visit involves directly with the practice — 952-428-0950.

GLP-1 access in Lakeville, Minnesota

Adult obesity rate
30.8%
#31 of 50 states (CDC BRFSS)
Avg. compounded semaglutide
$209/mo
Typical Minnesota telehealth cash price
Medicaid GLP-1 coverage
Diabetes + obesity (with prior auth)
Minnesota Medicaid, obesity indication

About 30.8% of Minnesota adults have obesity (BMI 30+), ranking the state #31 of 50 (CDC BRFSS). Our directory currently lists 3 GLP-1-relevant clinics in Lakeville. If a cash-pay route makes more sense, compounded semaglutide through Minnesota telehealth averages about $209/mo — well below brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound.

Explore more Minnesota options on the best Minnesota GLP-1 providers page, browse every Lakeville listing in the Lakeville clinic directory, or read the Minnesota Medicaid GLP-1 coverage & prior-authorization guide.

Telehealth Alternative

Prefer not to visit in person? Licensed GLP-1 telehealth providers ship compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide directly to Minnesota addresses, often faster and at lower cash cost than an in-person visit and brand-name prescription. Featured Minnesota telehealth partners:

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CMS National Provider registry lists Akuffo Quarde's specialty taxonomy but not the specific medications it prescribes or its current service menu. Akuffo Quarde is listed under Endocrinology, a field where GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) or tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) are commonly prescribed — but whether this practice currently offers them isn't recorded in the registry. Call the practice at 952-428-0950 to confirm before booking.
According to its CMS National Provider registry (NPPES) record, Akuffo Quarde's primary specialty on file is Endocrinology.
Akuffo Quarde is located at 18465 Orchard Trl, Lakeville, MN 55044. The phone number listed in the registry is 952-428-0950. Its full record is public in the CMS National Provider registry under NPI 1295132751.
New-patient status isn't recorded in the CMS National Provider registry, so we can't confirm whether Akuffo Quarde is currently accepting new patients. Call the practice at 952-428-0950 to confirm availability, cash-pay pricing, and whether the services you need are offered — this listing reflects the NPPES taxonomy on file and is not an endorsement.