About American Kidney Center Of Louisville
Dialysis facility overview and details
American Kidney Center Of Louisville is a for-profit dialysis facility in Louisville Ky, KY, serving patients in Jefferson County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Independent, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 3 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
American Kidney Center Of Louisville 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. Late-shift dialysis is available, providing scheduling flexibility for patients who work during the day.
American Kidney Center Of Louisville has been Medicare certified since 2011, providing 15 years of dialysis care to the Louisville Ky community. The facility holds a 1-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 Louisville Ky, KY, 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
Poor
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
American Kidney Center Of Louisville has received a 1-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Louisville Ky, KY 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: 28.5 (513.0 patients)
American Kidney Center Of Louisville performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 189.8 (110.0 patients)
American Kidney Center Of Louisville performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 34.1 (132.0 patients)
American Kidney Center Of Louisville performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 32.6 (47.0 patients)
American Kidney Center Of Louisville performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
American Kidney Center Of Louisville performs better than expected for bloodstream infections, indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 51.0 (79.0 patients)
American Kidney Center Of Louisville 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: 0.89 (98.0 patients)
American Kidney Center Of Louisville 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
AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
American Kidney Center Of Louisville's arteriovenous fistula rate is 51.0%, 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. 91% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 13.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at American Kidney Center Of Louisville
4 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About American Kidney Center Of Louisville
What is the CMS rating for American Kidney Center Of Louisville?
American Kidney Center Of Louisville has a 1-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 American Kidney Center Of Louisville offer?
American Kidney Center Of Louisville offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis. Late-shift dialysis is also available.
Is American Kidney Center Of Louisville part of a chain?
Yes, American Kidney Center Of Louisville is operated by Independent.
How many treatment stations does American Kidney Center Of Louisville have?
American Kidney Center Of Louisville has 3 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at American Kidney Center Of Louisville?
4 physicians are affiliated with American Kidney Center Of Louisville. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·