About Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis
Dialysis facility overview and details
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in Hartford, CT, serving patients in Hartford County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by DaVita, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 28 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis, home hemodialysis training services. In-center hemodialysis is the most common form of kidney dialysis, typically performed three times per week at the facility. The facility also provides training for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home. Late-shift dialysis is available, providing scheduling flexibility for patients who work during the day.
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 2018, providing 8 years of dialysis care to the Hartford community. The facility holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 6 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Hartford, CT, 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
Below Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Hartford, CT 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: 19.7 (359.0 patients)
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 160.6 (96.0 patients)
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 28.5 (125.0 patients)
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 44.1 (38.0 patients)
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.75
Davita Hartford Downtown 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
Rate: 51.8 (124.0 patients)
Davita Hartford Downtown 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: 1.8 (100.0 patients)
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis performs worse than expected for emergency dept visits. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
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
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
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 51.8%, 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. 15.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis
6 affiliated physicians
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About Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis
What is the CMS rating for Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis?
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis has a 2-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 Hartford Downtown Dialysis offer?
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis, home hemodialysis training. Late-shift dialysis is also available.
Is Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis part of a chain?
Yes, Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis is operated by DaVita.
How many treatment stations does Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis have?
Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis has 28 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis?
6 physicians are affiliated with Davita Hartford Downtown Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·