About Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit
Dialysis facility overview and details
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit is a for-profit dialysis facility in West St Paul, MN, serving patients in Dakota County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by DaVita, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 20 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit 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. Late-shift dialysis is available, providing scheduling flexibility for patients who work during the day.
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit has been Medicare certified since 1992, providing 34 years of dialysis care to the West St Paul community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 4 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in West St Paul, MN, 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
Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across dialysis quality measures including survival rates, hospitalization, and infection control. CMS evaluates dialysis facilities regularly to help patients make informed decisions about their care in West St Paul, MN.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 20.5 (204.0 patients)
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 134.7 (53.0 patients)
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 27.6 (61.0 patients)
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 22.3 (17.0 patients)
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.22
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit 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: 60.9 (71.0 patients)
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit 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: 1.65 (36.0 patients)
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit 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
AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit's arteriovenous fistula rate is 60.9%, 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 12% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 14.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit
4 affiliated physicians
Patient Reviews
Reviews and ratings from patients
Loading reviews...
Manage This Dialysis Facility Profile
Claim your profile to update information, respond to reviews, add photos, and showcase your facility to patients and families.
Claim & Manage ProfileOther Dialysis Centers Nearby
Dialysis facilities in MN
Fmc - West St Paul Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care · < 1 mi away
1590 S Robert St, West St Paul, MN 55118
(651) 457-2232
Davita Highland Park Dialysis
DaVita · 3 mi away
1559 7th St W, Saint Paul Park, MN 55102
(651) 222-7139
St Paul Capitol At Home
DaVita · 5 mi away
555 Park Street, Saint Paul Park, MN 55103
(651) 221-0896
Davita St Paul Capitol Dialysis
DaVita · 5 mi away
555 Park St, Saint Paul Park, MN 55103
(651) 221-3318
Davita St Paul Dialysis
DaVita · 5 mi away
555 Park St, Suite 180, Saint Paul Park, MN 55103
(651) 291-8855
Fresenius Medical Care - Midway St Paul
Fresenius Medical Care · 5 mi away
586 Rice St, Saint Paul Park, MN 55103
(651) 207-5332
Find Dialysis Centers in Nearby Cities
Browse dialysis facilities in surrounding areas
Frequently Asked Questions
About Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit
What is the CMS rating for Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit?
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit has a 3-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 West St Paul Dialysis Unit offer?
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit offers in-center hemodialysis. Late-shift dialysis is also available.
Is Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit part of a chain?
Yes, Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit is operated by DaVita.
How many treatment stations does Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit have?
Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit has 20 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit?
4 physicians are affiliated with Davita West St Paul Dialysis Unit. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·