Summary

Dr. Maria Cardenas specializes in endocrinology with a focus on diabetes and metabolism, while also practicing internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and brings 24 years of experience to her practice. Dr. Cardenas speaks both Polish and English, allowing her to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Cardenas maintains hospital affiliations with Ascension Ne Wisconsin Mercy Hospital and practices in Chicago and River Forest, Illinois, as well as Menasha, Wisconsin. She helps patients manage type 2 diabetes and provides specialized care for children and teens with diabetes. Her expertise extends to treating obesity and being overweight, using diagnostic tools like complete blood counts and A1c testing to monitor patient health. Patients rate Dr. Cardenas 3.8 out of 5 stars for her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 24 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Polish, English
  • Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Maria Olga Cardenas has 3 locations

Swedish Covenant Medical Group

5215 N California Ave Ste 604Chicago, IL 60625
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Joseph Neilitz Do

1550 Midway PlMenasha, WI 54952

Maria Olga Cardenas Md

7411 Lake St Ste 1120River Forest, IL 60305

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Dr. Maria Olga Cardenas, MDDr. Andrea Lynn MccoyDr. Melissa McGee, DNPDr. Rabab Zehra Jafri, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
24 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Polish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu
Chicago , ILCHICAGO , ILHighwood , ILCHICAGO , IL
Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Maria Olga Cardenas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Devoted Health
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Maria Olga Cardenas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Maria Olga Cardenas has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Fatigue
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Cardenas' NPI number is 1154408375.

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