About Ara Augusta Llc
Dialysis facility overview and details
Ara Augusta Llc is a for-profit dialysis facility in Augusta, GA, serving patients in Richmond County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by American Renal Associates, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 30 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Ara Augusta Llc 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.
Ara Augusta Llc has been Medicare certified since 2002, providing 24 years of dialysis care to the Augusta community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 1 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Augusta, GA, 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
Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Ara Augusta Llc 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 Augusta, GA.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 18.8 (338.0 patients)
Ara Augusta Llc performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 149.6 (69.0 patients)
Ara Augusta Llc performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 27.6 (71.0 patients)
Ara Augusta Llc performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 10.3 (17.0 patients)
Ara Augusta Llc performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.15
Ara Augusta Llc 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: 37.1 (76.0 patients)
Ara Augusta Llc 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: 0.62 (40.0 patients)
Ara Augusta Llc 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
Ara Augusta Llc's arteriovenous fistula rate is 37.1%, which falls below recommended levels. Fistula access is preferred over catheters because it has lower infection rates and better long-term outcomes for dialysis patients. The facility reports a 22% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 98% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 14.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Ara Augusta Llc
What is the CMS rating for Ara Augusta Llc?
Ara Augusta Llc 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 Ara Augusta Llc offer?
Ara Augusta Llc offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis. Late-shift dialysis is also available.
Is Ara Augusta Llc part of a chain?
Yes, Ara Augusta Llc is operated by American Renal Associates.
How many treatment stations does Ara Augusta Llc have?
Ara Augusta Llc has 30 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Ara Augusta Llc?
1 physicians are affiliated with Ara Augusta Llc. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·