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Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease)
University of Minnesota Medical School
Professional interests include: elevated PSA, benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), hydronephrosis, and more.
402 E 2nd Street
Duluth, MN 55805

Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD is an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School. Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD is affiliated with Essentia Health and THE DULUTH CLINIC LTD.

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Office Locations

3500 TOWER AVENUE
SUPERIOR, WI 54880
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400 E 3RD STREET
DULUTH, MN 55805
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730 E 34TH STREET
HIBBING, MN 55746
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901 9TH STREET NORTH
VIRGINIA, MN 55792
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Essentia Health

1600 Miller Trunk Highway
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 606-9200
(218) 606-9201
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402 E 2nd Street
Duluth, MN 55805
(218) 786-4000
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Some issues Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD can help you with:

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Enlarged Prostate)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects about half of men between the ages of 50 and 60, and approximately 80% of men over 80. As the prostate grows in size, it can press down on the tube where urine flows out of the body (the urethra) and cause urinary problems.

Medication can relieve mild to moderate symptoms of BPH, such as frequent urination, incomplete bladder emptying, a weak urine stream, and straining while urinating. However, other forms of treatment may be more appropriate if an individual has pain with urination, frequent urinary tract infections, or is unable to urinate. The size of the prostate and the severity of their symptoms will determine the type of treatment they need. If the prostate is not very large, doctors will likely recommend a transurethral procedure. This minimally invasive technique involves the insertion of a scope into the urethra. The most common transurethral procedures for BPH are:

  • Transurethral incision of the prostate or TUIP, where the surgeon uses the scope to make small cuts in the area of the prostate that meets the bladder. These cuts will open up the pathway for urine and allow it to flow with more ease.
  • Transurethral needle ablation or TUNA, where needles are inserted through the scope and into the prostate. The needles use radiofrequency waves to destroy excess prostate tissue.
  • Laser prostate ablation, where lasers pass through the scope to melt away the part of the prostate causing urine blockage.
  • Transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP, where the inside of the prostate is trimmed and removed one tiny piece at a time using the scope.

If the prostate is too big for a transurethral procedure, an individual may need a simple prostatectomy, which can be done in one of three ways: laparoscopic, robotic, or open. During a laparoscopic simple prostatectomy, a surgeon makes several small incisions on the belly. Then they insert a long tube with a camera into one of the cuts and surgical instruments into the others. Using the camera to see inside the belly, they carefully removes the enlarged part of the prostate. Robotic simple prostatectomy uses the same techniques as the laparoscopic method, but the surgery is done with the help of a robot. For men with very large prostates, open simple prostatectomy may be the best treatment option. This surgery differs from the other approaches in that it requires a much larger incision.

Most transurethral treatments for BPH, like TUIP, TUNA, and laser prostate ablation, are done in the doctor's office or outpatient surgery center. TURP and simple prostatectomy, however, need to be performed in the hospital and require an average stay of one to three days. Patients should wait a week before doing any strenuous activities after a TUIP, TUNA, or laser prostate ablation, and about four to six weeks after a TURP or simple prostatectomy. Although these treatments improve BPH symptoms for most patients, it is important to be aware of the risks involved, such as urine control issues, tightening of the urethra, and erectile dysfunction.

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys, made up of minerals that are normally present in urine. They can vary in size, from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a nickel, occasionally even larger. Sometimes they lodge in the kidney, and sometimes they break free and make their way out through the urinary tract, which can be extremely painful.

Kidney stones can be smooth or jagged and are yellow to brown in color. They are mostly comprised of the minerals calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus. Examining the stones to see what they are made of can show what caused the stone to be formed in the first place. For example, a stone made of mostly calcium, which is the most common type, can happen any time the urine becomes too concentrated due to dehydration or a blockage in the kidney. A uric acid stone forms when acid levels in the urine get too high, usually due to excessive consumption of animal protein such as meat and fish. A struvite stone is a sign of certain infections, and a cystine stone can be due to a genetic disorder that raises the risk of kidney stones.

The most common symptom of kidney stones is pain, either in the back or lower abdomen, or severe pain when urinating. There may also be blood in the urine. Treatment for kidney stones depends on how large the stone is. Very small stones can pass out of the body on their own, and they do not require treatment other than drinking adequate water and taking pain killers. Larger stones need to be broken apart and removed. The main treatment options are:

  • Shock wave lithotripsy, which uses sound wave vibrations to break apart the stone
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, or the use of a very tiny tool (like a wire inserted through the back) to break apart and remove the stone
  • Ureteroscopy, a thin tube inserted through the urethra and bladder to the stone, where tiny tools can grasp the stone and remove

People who have had one kidney stone are at risk of developing another. To reduce this risk, patients are given instructions specific to the type of stone they developed. Generally the instructions will include drinking more water to dilute the urine, but it may also involve lowering sodium intake or eating less meat.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

bladder stone removal
cystoscopic bladder stone removal without fragmentation
cystoscopic stone removal
cystoscopy with foreign body removal
cystoscopy with ureteral stent removal
cystoscopy with urethral stone removal
foreign body removal
ureteral stent removal

In 2024, Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD had a list price for bladder stone removal, cystoscopic bladder stone removal without fragmentation, cystoscopic stone removal, cystoscopy with foreign body removal, cystoscopy with ureteral stent removal, cystoscopy with urethral stone removal, foreign body removal, and ureteral stent removal that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Wisconsin. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

endourologic procedures
minimally invasive procedures

By Affordability:

minimally invasive prostate procedures
minimally invasive prostate surgery
prostate ablation
prostate surgery

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Wisconsin, Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD performed more endourologic procedures, and minimally invasive procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for minimally invasive prostate procedures, minimally invasive prostate surgery, prostate ablation, and prostate surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2012 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, blood draw and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

anorectal procedures 24
blood draw 40
diagnostic procedures 39
doctor visit 517
foreign body removal 12
minimally invasive procedures 182
minor procedures 15
stent placement (stenting) 23
urologic procedures 385

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2013 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, stent placement (stenting) and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation 13
anorectal procedures 18
blood draw 27
catheterization 19
diagnostic procedures 18
doctor visit 481
foreign body removal 12
minimally invasive procedures 199
stent placement (stenting) 35
urologic procedures 299

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 289
Female 108
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 375
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 153
From 75 to 84 116
85 and over 52
Less than 65 76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2013

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 4
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 29
Dementia 9
Cancer 23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2014 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and stent placement (stenting).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

anorectal procedures 24
blood draw 17
diagnostic procedures 35
doctor visit 477
foreign body removal 11
minimally invasive procedures 174
minor procedures 11
stent placement (stenting) 25
urologic procedures 274

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 286
Female 124
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 389
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 154
From 75 to 84 114
85 and over 54
Less than 65 88

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2014

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 28
Dementia 12
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2015 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, anorectal procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation 15
anorectal procedures 20
cancer surgery 13
diagnostic procedures 20
dissection 13
doctor visit 457
excision 13
foreign body removal 13
lymph node procedures 13
minimally invasive procedures 190
pelvic surgery 13
stent placement (stenting) 18
urologic procedures 265

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 574
Female 222
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 752
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 296
From 75 to 84 238
85 and over 70
Less than 65 192

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2015

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 35
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 29
Dementia 7
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2016 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, stent placement (stenting) and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 14
doctor visit 390
laser treatment 13
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 13
minimally invasive procedures 108
stent placement (stenting) 31
urologic procedures 156

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 263
Female 103
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 341
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 155
From 75 to 84 104
85 and over 25
Less than 65 82

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2016

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 36
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 4
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 30
Dementia 10
Cancer 21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2017 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, stent placement (stenting) and potassium test.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

anorectal procedures 14
cancer surgery 11
diagnostic procedures 14
dissection 11
doctor visit 370
excision 11
foreign body removal 13
lymph node procedures 11
minimally invasive procedures 141
pelvic surgery 11
potassium test 17
stent placement (stenting) 21
urologic procedures 218

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 263
Female 113
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 353
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 154
From 75 to 84 110
85 and over 37
Less than 65 75

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2017

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 38
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 3
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 32
Dementia 8
Cancer 26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2018 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, minor procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 16
diagnostic procedures 23
doctor visit 345
minimally invasive procedures 91
minor procedures 23
potassium test 18
urologic procedures 134

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 279
Female 106
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 356
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 16
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 168
From 75 to 84 111
85 and over 36
Less than 65 70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2018

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 41
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 3
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 28
Dementia 10
Cancer 24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2019 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and anorectal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

anorectal procedures 18
diagnostic procedures 33
doctor visit 405
foreign body removal 14
minimally invasive procedures 137
minor procedures 15
stent placement (stenting) 15
urologic procedures 203

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 280
Female 132
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 379
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 14
Age
From 65 to 74 167
From 75 to 84 112
85 and over 54
Less than 65 79

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2019

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 42
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 4
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 31
Dementia 11
Cancer 23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2020 were urologic procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 344
minimally invasive procedures 88
urologic procedures 110

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 264
Female 101
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 335
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 13
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 155
From 75 to 84 87
85 and over 51
Less than 65 72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2020

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 41
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 46
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 4
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 32
Dementia 13
Cancer 24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2021 were urologic procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 345
minimally invasive procedures 59
urologic procedures 85

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 256
Female 98
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 324
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 15
Age
From 65 to 74 164
From 75 to 84 98
85 and over 38
Less than 65 54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2021

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 47
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 18
Diabetes 31
Dementia 10
Cancer 24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2022 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, stent placement (stenting) and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 11
doctor visit 301
foreign body removal 11
laser treatment 12
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 12
minimally invasive procedures 112
minor procedures 11
stent placement (stenting) 29
urologic procedures 143

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 240
Female 89
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 306
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 133
From 75 to 84 95
85 and over 33
Less than 65 68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2022

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 22
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 29
Dementia 7
Cancer 29

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2023 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures and stent placement (stenting).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 215
minimally invasive procedures 71
stent placement (stenting) 21
urologic procedures 86

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 176
Female 75
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 234
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 106
From 75 to 84 70
85 and over 30
Less than 65 45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2023

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 32

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI during 2024 were minimally invasive procedures, urologic procedures, stent placement (stenting) and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation 13
diagnostic procedures 13
doctor visit 209
foreign body removal 13
hospital care 14
inpatient care 14
laser treatment 16
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 16
minimally invasive procedures 140
minor procedures 13
stent placement (stenting) 37
urologic procedures 140

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Male 206
Female 93
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 280
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 110
From 75 to 84 104
85 and over 34
Less than 65 51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD in 2024

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 27
Dementia 7
Cancer 28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated as an urologist in SUPERIOR, WI were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, stent placement (stenting) and diagnostic procedures.

ablation 13
anorectal procedures 19
blood draw 22
cancer surgery 12
catheterization 19
diagnostic procedures 22
dissection 12
doctor visit 373
excision 12
foreign body removal 12
hospital care 14
inpatient care 14
laser treatment 13
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 13
lymph node procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 130
minor procedures 14
pelvic surgery 12
potassium test 17
stent placement (stenting) 25
urologic procedures 192

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD.

Gender
Female 104
Male 259
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 340
Hispanic 0
Native American / Alaskan Native 2
Other 3
Age
85 and over 39
75 to 84 104
Less than 65 73
65 to 74 147

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 7
Osteoporosis 4
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 27
Atrial Fibrillation 12
Dementia 8
Cancer 22

Education & Training

Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed residency at Mayo Clinic. He is certified by the American Board of Urology and has a state license in Minnesota.

Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School

Residency: Mayo Clinic

Board Certification: American Board of Urology

Licensed In: Minnesota

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 315 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in SUPERIOR, WI. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-04
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Dr. Was new to me. That's always a little concerning - especially with a delicate procedure. But I'm extremely pleased to have Dr. Hoffman as my 'new' urologyst.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-05-01
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Dr. Hoffman is very kind, clear and patient with my questions. He is among the best doctors I've had.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-08-29
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The Doctor explained everything to us that we could understand. Excellent Visit.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-09-20
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I feel super comfortable with dr Hoffman, no worries with him doing the surgery
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-05
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Very good conversations with Dr Hoffman including before the day of appt.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-02
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1st impression with Dr Hoffman exceeded expectations
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-11-12
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Very positive. I was impressed by the Ph.D.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-10-09
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Love Dr. Hoffmann!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-05-06
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Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-02
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Good

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Nathan E. Hoffmann, PhD, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Medtronic USA, Inc. $1,805 Sacral Nerve Stimulation - Neuro
$1,714 		INTERSTIM
$51 		VERIFY
$39
Medtronic, Inc. $869 INTERSTIM
$841 		ALTAVIVA
$28
NeoTract Inc. $253 Urolift
$253
HISTOSONICS, INC. $233
$233
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation $222 AquaBeam Robotic System
$222
Other $49 ORGOVYX
$24 		Macroplastique
$13 		JELMYTO
$12
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $1,720
Travel and Lodging $1,676
Education $36

Biography

Dr. Nathan Hoffmann's specialty is urology (urinary tract disease). He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. His areas of expertise include the following: urge incontinence (overactive bladder), bladder infection, and erectile dysfunction (impotence). Dr. Hoffmann is professionally affiliated with Essentia Health. He welcomes new patients at his office inSuperior, WI as reported by Essentia Health. He attended the University of Minnesota Medical School and subsequently trained at Mayo Clinic for residency.

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