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Emory Dialysis At Northside

Average3-Star CMS Rating

610 Northside Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

41 Stations
Late Shift Available

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610 Northside Drive NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

About Emory Dialysis At Northside

Dialysis facility overview and details

Emory Dialysis At Northside is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Atlanta, GA, serving patients in Fulton County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Other, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 41 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.

Emory Dialysis At Northside 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. Late-shift dialysis is available, providing scheduling flexibility for patients who work during the day.

Emory Dialysis At Northside has been Medicare certified since 2010, providing 16 years of dialysis care to the Atlanta community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 7 physicians are affiliated with this facility.

When choosing a dialysis center in Atlanta, GA, 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

Star Rating3/5 Stars
Treatment Stations41
Late ShiftAvailable
In-Center HemodialysisYes
Peritoneal DialysisYes
Home TrainingYes
Chain OrganizationOther
Profit StatusNon-profit
CountyFulton
Affiliated Doctors7

Quality & Outcomes

CMS quality performance measures

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Average

CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating

Emory Dialysis At Northside 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 Atlanta, GA.

Patient Survival

Patient mortality rates compared to expected

As Expected

Rate: 24.8 (1038.0 patients)

Emory Dialysis At Northside performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Hospitalization

Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients

As Expected

Rate: 176.4 (233.0 patients)

Emory Dialysis At Northside performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Readmission

Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days

As Expected

Rate: 28.9 (256.0 patients)

Emory Dialysis At Northside performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Transplant Waitlist

Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist

As Expected

Rate: 27.3 (89.0 patients)

Emory Dialysis At Northside performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Bloodstream Infections

Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections

Better Than Expected

Rate: 0.43

Emory Dialysis At Northside 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

As Expected

Rate: 50.8 (208.0 patients)

Emory Dialysis At Northside 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

Better Than Expected

Rate: 0.33 (200.0 patients)

Emory Dialysis At Northside performs better than expected for emergency dept visits, indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.

Source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare Data

Treatment Services

Dialysis modalities and scheduling options

In-Center Hemodialysis

Available

The most common form of dialysis, performed at the facility typically three times per week. Blood is filtered through an external machine.

Peritoneal Dialysis

Available

A home-based dialysis method using the lining of the abdomen to filter blood. Offers greater scheduling flexibility for patients.

Home Hemodialysis Training

Available

Training program for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home, allowing more frequent and flexible treatment schedules.

Late Shift Dialysis

Available

Evening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.

Clinical Performance

Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data

Emory Dialysis At Northside's arteriovenous fistula rate is 50.8%, 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 5% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 98% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 17.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Emory Dialysis At Northside

What is the CMS rating for Emory Dialysis At Northside?

Emory Dialysis At Northside 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 Emory Dialysis At Northside offer?

Emory Dialysis At Northside offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training. Late-shift dialysis is also available.

Is Emory Dialysis At Northside part of a chain?

Yes, Emory Dialysis At Northside is operated by Other.

How many treatment stations does Emory Dialysis At Northside have?

Emory Dialysis At Northside has 41 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.

How many doctors practice at Emory Dialysis At Northside?

7 physicians are affiliated with Emory Dialysis At Northside. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·