About Dci Big Sky
Dialysis facility overview and details
Dci Big Sky is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Billings, MT, serving patients in Yellowstone County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Dialysis Clinic, Inc., one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 40 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Dci Big Sky offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training 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. The facility also provides training for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home.
Dci Big Sky has been Medicare certified since 1995, providing 31 years of dialysis care to the Billings community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 2 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Billings, MT, 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
Dci Big Sky 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 Billings, MT.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 17.1 (494.0 patients)
Dci Big Sky performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 118.6 (114.0 patients)
Dci Big Sky performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 22.5 (107.0 patients)
Dci Big Sky performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 19.3 (65.0 patients)
Dci Big Sky performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.23
Dci Big Sky 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: 65.7 (121.0 patients)
Dci Big Sky 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: 1.1 (95.0 patients)
Dci Big Sky 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
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
Dci Big Sky's arteriovenous fistula rate is 65.7%, 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. 97% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 19.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Dci Big Sky
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Dci Big Sky
What is the CMS rating for Dci Big Sky?
Dci Big Sky 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 Dci Big Sky offer?
Dci Big Sky offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Dci Big Sky part of a chain?
Yes, Dci Big Sky is operated by Dialysis Clinic, Inc..
How many treatment stations does Dci Big Sky have?
Dci Big Sky has 40 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Dci Big Sky?
2 physicians are affiliated with Dci Big Sky. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·