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Who is Dr. Cardenas, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Vicente Cardenas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cardenas completed his residency at Saint Elizabeth's Hospital (Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center) - Resurrection Health Care, Chicago. Dr. Cardenas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardenas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardenas’s office at (773) 772-9121.
Where did Dr. Cardenas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Saint Elizabeth's Hospital (Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center) - Resurrection Health Care, Chicago
Medical School: Juan N. Corpas School of Medicine, Bogota, Colombia
Is Dr. Cardenas board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vicente Cardenas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cardenas speak?
Dr. Cardenas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cardenas typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cardenas diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cardenas. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cardenas typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vicente Cardenas may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Cardenas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cardenas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cardenas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 772-9121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cardenas accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Cardenas in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cardenas' office located?
Dr. Vicente Cardenas' Primary Practice
1431 N Western Ave Ste 503
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 772-9121
What is Dr. Cardenas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417025842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardenas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cardenas
What is Dr. Vicente Cardenas's specialty?
Dr. Cardenas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Vicente Cardenas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cardenas is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, Resurrection Medical Center, Rush University Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vicente Cardenas accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Vicente Cardenas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vicente Cardenas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (773) 772-9121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vicente Cardenas?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (773) 772-9121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vicente Cardenas have?
Dr. Vicente Cardenas is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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