About Davita Upper Darby Dialysis
Dialysis facility overview and details
Davita Upper Darby Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in Upper Darby, PA, serving patients in Delaware County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by DaVita, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 17 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Davita Upper Darby 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.
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 Upper Darby, PA, 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 Upper Darby 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 Upper Darby, PA.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 18.6 (141.0 patients)
Davita Upper Darby Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 153.7 (48.0 patients)
Davita Upper Darby Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 29.9 (60.0 patients)
Davita Upper Darby Dialysis performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.56
Davita Upper Darby 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: 52.2 (82.0 patients)
Davita Upper Darby 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: 1.06 (47.0 patients)
Davita Upper Darby 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
Not 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
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 Upper Darby Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 52.2%, 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. The facility reports a 8% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 15.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Davita Upper Darby Dialysis
5 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Davita Upper Darby Dialysis
What is the CMS rating for Davita Upper Darby Dialysis?
Davita Upper Darby 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 Upper Darby Dialysis offer?
Davita Upper Darby Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is Davita Upper Darby Dialysis part of a chain?
Yes, Davita Upper Darby Dialysis is operated by DaVita.
How many treatment stations does Davita Upper Darby Dialysis have?
Davita Upper Darby Dialysis has 17 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Davita Upper Darby Dialysis?
5 physicians are affiliated with Davita Upper Darby Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·