About Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston
Dialysis facility overview and details
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Crookston, MN, serving patients in Polk County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Independent, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 8 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston offers in-center hemodialysis services. In-center hemodialysis is the most common form of kidney dialysis, typically performed three times per week at the facility.
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston has been Medicare certified since 2013, providing 13 years of dialysis care to the Crookston community. 2 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Crookston, MN, 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
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 18.7 (74.0 patients)
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 79.8 (15.0 patients)
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 1.19
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston 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: 57.3 (17.0 patients)
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston 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: 2.38 (13.0 patients)
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston 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
Not 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
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston's arteriovenous fistula rate is 57.3%, 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. 99% 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 Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston
What is the CMS rating for Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston?
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston does not currently have an overall CMS quality rating available.
What dialysis services does Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston offer?
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston part of a chain?
Yes, Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston is operated by Independent.
How many treatment stations does Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston have?
Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston has 8 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston?
2 physicians are affiliated with Altru Health System Renal Dialysis Crookston. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·