About 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc)
Dialysis facility overview and details
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) is a for-profit dialysis facility in Peoria, AZ, serving patients in Maricopa County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 21 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis services. In-center hemodialysis is the most common form of kidney dialysis, typically performed three times per week at the facility. Peritoneal dialysis allows patients to perform treatment at home, offering greater flexibility in scheduling.
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) has been Medicare certified since 1979, providing 47 years of dialysis care to the Peoria community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 4 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
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At a Glance
Quality & Outcomes
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across dialysis quality measures including survival rates, hospitalization, and infection control. CMS evaluates dialysis facilities regularly to help patients make informed decisions about their care in Peoria, AZ.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 23.7 (369.0 patients)
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 135.7 (104.0 patients)
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 30.1 (95.0 patients)
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 20.2 (28.0 patients)
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.61
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) performs as expected for bloodstream infections, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 70.8 (117.0 patients)
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) performs as expected for vascular access (fistula), consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Emergency Dept Visits
Rate of emergency department visits within 30 days
Rate: 0.92 (53.0 patients)
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) performs as expected for emergency dept visits, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare Data
Treatment Services
Dialysis modalities and scheduling options
In-Center Hemodialysis
AvailableThe most common form of dialysis, performed at the facility typically three times per week. Blood is filtered through an external machine.
Peritoneal Dialysis
AvailableA home-based dialysis method using the lining of the abdomen to filter blood. Offers greater scheduling flexibility for patients.
Home Hemodialysis Training
Not AvailableTraining program for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home, allowing more frequent and flexible treatment schedules.
Late Shift Dialysis
Not AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc)'s arteriovenous fistula rate is 70.8%, which exceeds the recommended target. Fistula access is preferred over catheters because it has lower infection rates and better long-term outcomes for dialysis patients. 98% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 9.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc)
4 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc)
What is the CMS rating for 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc)?
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) has a 3-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), which evaluates dialysis facilities on patient outcomes, safety, and clinical measures.
What dialysis services does 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) offer?
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis.
Is 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) part of a chain?
Yes, 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) have?
032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc) has 21 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc)?
4 physicians are affiliated with 032503 Phoenix Artificial Kidney Center (fmc). View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·