About Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville
Dialysis facility overview and details
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Blairsville, PA, serving patients in Indiana County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Dialysis Clinic, Inc., one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 8 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville 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.
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville has been Medicare certified since 2011, providing 15 years of dialysis care to the Blairsville community. The facility holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 1 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Blairsville, 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
Below Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Blairsville, PA 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: 19.6 (80.0 patients)
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 142.7 (20.0 patients)
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 38.3 (16.0 patients)
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville 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: 48.2 (22.0 patients)
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville 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: 0.74 (16.0 patients)
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville 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
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 Chestnut Ridge Blairsville's arteriovenous fistula rate is 48.2%, which falls below recommended levels. Fistula access is preferred over catheters because it has lower infection rates and better long-term outcomes for dialysis patients. 100% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 30.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
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About Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville
What is the CMS rating for Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville?
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville 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 Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville offer?
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis.
Is Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville part of a chain?
Yes, Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville is operated by Dialysis Clinic, Inc..
How many treatment stations does Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville have?
Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville has 8 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville?
1 physicians are affiliated with Dci Chestnut Ridge Blairsville. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·