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Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology
University of Minnesota Medical School (2005)
Professional interests include: osteoporosis, thyroid problems, diabetes, and more.
9555 Upland Lane N
Maple Grove, MN 55369

Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD is an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2005 and has 21 years of experience. Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD is affiliated with HealthPartners Park Nicollet.

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Office Locations

3800 Park Nicollet Boulevard Park Nicollet Specialty Center St. Louis Park 3800 Building
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
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9555 Upland Lane N
Maple Grove, MN 55369
(952) 993-3708
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Some issues Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“For example, David Tridgell, a Minneapolis endocrinologist, wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post citing the costs typical diabetics face:.”—"The Financial Wave", The Wave, May 2022
“David Tridgell, a Minneapolis endocrinologist who has had Type 1 diabetes since he was 15, wrote in The Washington Post that patients with Type 1 diabetes tend to use two or three vials of insulin...”—"Fact-check: Has the price of insulin 'gone thru the roof'?", Austin American-Statesman, February 2021
“David Tridgell, a Minneapolis endocrinologist who has had Type 1 diabetes since he was 15, wrote in The Washington Post in 2017 that patients with Type 1 diabetes tend to use two or three vials of...”—"Fact Check | Reasons exist for escalating insulin prices and Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley nails them", The Daily Iowan, January 2021

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2023

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

Top 25%

By Volume:

A1C test
creatinine test
microalbumin urine test
screening test

By Affordability:

albumin test
blood tests
creatinine blood test
creatinine test
kidney function tests
lab tests
lipid profile
microalbumin test
microalbumin urine test
urine tests

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Minnesota, Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD performed more A1C test, creatinine test, microalbumin urine test, and screening test procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for albumin test, blood tests, creatinine blood test, creatinine test, kidney function tests, lab tests, lipid profile, microalbumin test, microalbumin urine test, and urine tests 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. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2012 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 84
diabetes management 53
doctor visit 174
lab tests 53
preventive care 53

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2013 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 74
diabetes management 55
doctor visit 132
lab tests 73
preventive care 67
vaccines 12

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 46
Female 74
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 104
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 53
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2013

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 49
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2014 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 86
diabetes management 60
doctor visit 165
lab tests 74
preventive care 60

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 53
Female 86
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 120
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 58
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2014

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 40
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 50
Dementia 9
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2015 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 80
diabetes management 57
doctor visit 156
lab tests 110
preventive care 57

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 98
Female 190
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 262
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 104
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 94

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2015

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 41
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 36
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 47
Dementia 9
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2016 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 81
diabetes management 78
doctor visit 168
lab tests 139
preventive care 78

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 57
Female 83
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 119
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 51
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2016

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 36
Chronic Kidney Disease 41
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 57
Dementia 11
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2017 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 121
diabetes management 57
doctor visit 174
lab tests 131
preventive care 57

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 61
Female 102
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 144
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 59
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2017

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 51
Dementia 12
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2018 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 131
diabetes management 84
doctor visit 213
lab tests 205
preventive care 84

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 56
Female 127
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 154
Black 11
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 83
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2018

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 36
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 47
Dementia 8
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2019 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 149
diabetes management 109
doctor visit 296
lab tests 300
preventive care 124

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 105
Female 156
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 230
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 136
From 75 to 84 60
85 and over 17
Less than 65 48

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2019

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 59
Dementia 8
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2020 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 171
diabetes management 73
doctor visit 257
lab tests 261
preventive care 106

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 106
Female 157
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 230
Black 11
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 144
From 75 to 84 64
85 and over 15
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2020

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 51
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 59
Dementia 7
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2021 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 106
diabetes management 88
doctor visit 240
lab tests 189
preventive care 88

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 91
Female 127
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 200
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 116
From 75 to 84 49
85 and over 18
Less than 65 35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2021

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 53
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 24
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 59
Dementia 0
Cancer 6

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN during 2022 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 159
diabetes management 116
doctor visit 302
lab tests 213
preventive care 116

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 100
Female 142
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 215
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 123
From 75 to 84 65
85 and over 15
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD in 2022

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 31
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 55
Dementia 5
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Saint Louis Park, MN were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

blood draw 112
diabetes management 75
doctor visit 207
lab tests 158
preventive care 80
vaccines 12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD.

Gender
Male 70
Female 113
Ethnicity
Black / African American 2
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 161
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 2
Age
75 to 84 21
85 and over 5
Less than 65 44
65 to 74 84

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 1
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 8
Osteoporosis 17
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 48
Atrial Fibrillation 5
Dementia 6
Cancer 3

Education & Training

Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2005. He completed residency at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine-Endocrin, Diabetes&Metabolism and has a state license in Minnesota.

Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School (2005)

Residency: Abbott Northwestern Hospital (2008)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine-Endocrin, Diabetes&Metabolism

Licensed In: Minnesota

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HealthPartners Park Nicollet

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.83 out of 5 stars based on 152 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Saint Louis Park, MN. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Michael Tridgell, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Shire North American Group Inc $38 NATPARA
$38
Lilly USA, LLC $24
$24
Intuity Medical Inc $12 Pogo Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System
$12
Types of Payments
Education $61
Food and Beverage $12

Biography

Dr. David Tridgell works as an adult endocrinology. He attended the University of Minnesota Medical School and subsequently trained at Abbott Northwestern Hospital for residency. Clinical interests for Dr. Tridgell include diabetes, thyroid problems, and osteoporosis. Dr. Tridgell's average rating from his patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Awards and/or distinctions Dr. Tridgell has received include Mpls.St.Paul Magazine s Top Doctors Rising Stars 2019 Edition; Mpls.St.Paul Magazine s Top Doctors Rising Stars 2018 Edition; and Mpls.St.Paul Magazine Top Doctors Rising Stars 2017 Edition. He is professionally affiliated with Park Nicollet Clinic. He has an open panel in Maple Grove, MN according to HealthPartners.

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