About Davita Upper Valley Dialysis
Dialysis facility overview and details
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in El Paso, TX, serving patients in El Paso County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by DaVita, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 26 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis 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.
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 2006, providing 20 years of dialysis care to the El Paso community. The facility holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 9 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in El Paso, TX, 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 Upper Valley Dialysis has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in El Paso, TX 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: 25.9 (505.0 patients)
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 167.8 (120.0 patients)
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 29.5 (119.0 patients)
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 116.4 (33.0 patients)
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis performs worse than expected for transplant waitlist. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.16
Davita Upper Valley 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: 54.5 (101.0 patients)
Davita Upper Valley 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: 1.4 (54.0 patients)
Davita Upper Valley 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
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
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 54.5%, 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. 9.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Davita Upper Valley Dialysis
9 affiliated physicians
Dr. Dionicio Alvarez, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Ileana Martinez, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Paramveer Saluja, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Fernando Moran, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Diane Demick, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Fernando Raudales, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Adeel Ahmad, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Simon Rodriguez, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Alfredo Gonzalez, MD
Nephrology
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Davita Upper Valley Dialysis
What is the CMS rating for Davita Upper Valley Dialysis?
Davita Upper Valley 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 Upper Valley Dialysis offer?
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis. Late-shift dialysis is also available.
Is Davita Upper Valley Dialysis part of a chain?
Yes, Davita Upper Valley Dialysis is operated by DaVita.
How many treatment stations does Davita Upper Valley Dialysis have?
Davita Upper Valley Dialysis has 26 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Davita Upper Valley Dialysis?
9 physicians are affiliated with Davita Upper Valley Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·