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Davita Ford City Dialysis

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

8159 S. Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60652

12 Stations

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8159 S. Cicero Ave
Chicago, IL 60652

About Davita Ford City Dialysis

Dialysis facility overview and details

Davita Ford City Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in Chicago, IL, serving patients in Cook County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by DaVita, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 12 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.

Davita Ford City Dialysis 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.

Davita Ford City Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 2019, providing 7 years of dialysis care to the Chicago community. The facility has earned a 4-star CMS quality rating, reflecting strong performance in patient outcomes, safety, and clinical care. 2 physicians are affiliated with this facility.

When choosing a dialysis center in Chicago, IL, 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

Star Rating4/5 Stars
Treatment Stations12
Late ShiftNot Available
In-Center HemodialysisYes
Peritoneal DialysisNo
Home TrainingNo
Chain OrganizationDaVita
Profit StatusProfit
CountyCook
Affiliated Doctors2

Quality & Outcomes

CMS quality performance measures

4of 5

Very Good

CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating

Davita Ford City 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 Chicago, IL.

Patient Survival

Patient mortality rates compared to expected

Better Than Expected

Rate: 9.3 (108.0 patients)

Davita Ford City Dialysis performs better than expected for patient survival, indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.

Hospitalization

Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients

As Expected

Rate: 152.4 (29.0 patients)

Davita Ford City Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Readmission

Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days

As Expected

Rate: 25.1 (29.0 patients)

Davita Ford City Dialysis performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Bloodstream Infections

Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections

As Expected

Rate: 0.0

Davita Ford City Dialysis 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

As Expected

Rate: 67.2 (40.0 patients)

Davita Ford City 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

As Expected

Rate: 0.48 (19.0 patients)

Davita Ford City 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

Available

The most common form of dialysis, performed at the facility typically three times per week. Blood is filtered through an external machine.

Peritoneal Dialysis

Not Available

A home-based dialysis method using the lining of the abdomen to filter blood. Offers greater scheduling flexibility for patients.

Home Hemodialysis Training

Not Available

Training program for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home, allowing more frequent and flexible treatment schedules.

Late Shift Dialysis

Not Available

Evening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.

Clinical Performance

Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data

Davita Ford City Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 67.2%, which exceeds the recommended target. Fistula access is preferred over catheters because it has lower infection rates and better long-term outcomes for dialysis patients. The facility reports a 5% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 11.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.

Doctors at Davita Ford City Dialysis

2 affiliated physicians

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Davita Ford City Dialysis

What is the CMS rating for Davita Ford City Dialysis?

Davita Ford City 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 Ford City Dialysis offer?

Davita Ford City Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis.

Is Davita Ford City Dialysis part of a chain?

Yes, Davita Ford City Dialysis is operated by DaVita.

How many treatment stations does Davita Ford City Dialysis have?

Davita Ford City Dialysis has 12 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.

How many doctors practice at Davita Ford City Dialysis?

2 physicians are affiliated with Davita Ford City Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·