About 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc)
Dialysis facility overview and details
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) is a for-profit dialysis facility in Saint George, UT, serving patients in Washington County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 19 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training 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. The facility also provides training for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home.
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) has been Medicare certified since 2008, providing 18 years of dialysis care to the Saint George community. The facility holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 4 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Saint George, UT, consider the types of dialysis offered, quality ratings, treatment schedules, and proximity to your home or workplace. Since dialysis patients typically visit three times per week, convenience and quality of care are both critical factors in selecting the right facility.
At a Glance
Quality & Outcomes
CMS quality performance measures
Below Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Saint George, UT should review the detailed quality measures below, including survival rates and infection data, and discuss these findings with their nephrologist when evaluating dialysis options.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 20.9 (526.0 patients)
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 134.6 (130.0 patients)
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 29.9 (107.0 patients)
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 95.7 (63.0 patients)
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) performs worse than expected for transplant waitlist. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.61
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (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: 50.2 (89.0 patients)
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (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: 1.97 (123.0 patients)
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) performs worse than expected for emergency dept visits. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
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
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
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc)'s arteriovenous fistula rate is 50.2%, which meets the minimum standard. Fistula access is preferred over catheters because it has lower infection rates and better long-term outcomes for dialysis patients. 100% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 20.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc)
4 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc)
What is the CMS rating for 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc)?
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) has a 2-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 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) offer?
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) part of a chain?
Yes, 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) have?
462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc) has 19 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc)?
4 physicians are affiliated with 462542 Liberty Dialysis - St George (fmc). View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·