Veena Nadkarni, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Veena Nadkarni, M.D. practices as part of a group endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist practice in Crest Hill, IL. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 43 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
Older · 5499dNPPES updated 2011-04-16 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2222 Weber Rd, Crest Hill, IL 60403-0928
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better58.1%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-24.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
437
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
440
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,098
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.21M
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, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$86 received from industry
2 transactions 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 Veena Nadkarni's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Mailing address
2222 Weber Rd, Crest Hill, IL 60435-0928
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Veena Nadkarni
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Veena Nadkarni for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Crest Hill 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 Veena Nadkarni
Dr. Nadkarni is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Crest Hill, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (815) 741-9714.
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 Veena Nadkarni
Practice Location
2222 Weber Rd, Crest Hill, IL 60403-0928
Mailing Address
2222 Weber Rd, Crest Hill, IL 60435-0928
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