About Davita Bluffton Dialysis
Dialysis facility overview and details
Davita Bluffton Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in Bluffton, SC, serving patients in Beaufort County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by DaVita, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 11 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Davita Bluffton Dialysis 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.
Davita Bluffton Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 2014, providing 12 years of dialysis care to the Bluffton community. The facility has earned a 4-star CMS quality rating, reflecting strong performance in patient outcomes, safety, and clinical care. 5 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Bluffton, SC, 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
Very Good
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Davita Bluffton Dialysis has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting strong performance across patient survival, hospitalization rates, infection control, and clinical care measures. This places the facility among the higher-rated dialysis centers serving patients in Bluffton, SC.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 26.2 (219.0 patients)
Davita Bluffton Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 110.3 (65.0 patients)
Davita Bluffton Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 18.0 (44.0 patients)
Davita Bluffton Dialysis performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Davita Bluffton Dialysis 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: 53.8 (61.0 patients)
Davita Bluffton Dialysis 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: 1.63 (31.0 patients)
Davita Bluffton Dialysis 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
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
Davita Bluffton Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 53.8%, 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. 8.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Davita Bluffton Dialysis
5 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Davita Bluffton Dialysis
What is the CMS rating for Davita Bluffton Dialysis?
Davita Bluffton Dialysis has a 4-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 Davita Bluffton Dialysis offer?
Davita Bluffton Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Davita Bluffton Dialysis part of a chain?
Yes, Davita Bluffton Dialysis is operated by DaVita.
How many treatment stations does Davita Bluffton Dialysis have?
Davita Bluffton Dialysis has 11 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Davita Bluffton Dialysis?
5 physicians are affiliated with Davita Bluffton Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·