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Fall River Kidney Center Llc

Excellent5-Star CMS Rating

48 Weaver Street, Fall River, MA 02720

41 Stations
Late Shift Available

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48 Weaver Street
Fall River, MA 02720

About Fall River Kidney Center Llc

Dialysis facility overview and details

Fall River Kidney Center Llc is a for-profit dialysis facility in Fall River, MA, serving patients in Bristol County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by American Renal Associates, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 41 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.

Fall River Kidney Center Llc 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.

Fall River Kidney Center Llc has been Medicare certified since 1991, providing 35 years of dialysis care to the Fall River community. The facility has earned a 5-star CMS quality rating, reflecting strong performance in patient outcomes, safety, and clinical care. 5 physicians are affiliated with this facility.

When choosing a dialysis center in Fall River, MA, 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 Rating5/5 Stars
Treatment Stations41
Late ShiftAvailable
In-Center HemodialysisYes
Peritoneal DialysisYes
Home TrainingYes
Chain OrganizationAmerican Renal Associates
Profit StatusProfit
CountyBristol
Affiliated Doctors5

Quality & Outcomes

CMS quality performance measures

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Excellent

CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating

Fall River Kidney Center Llc has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting strong performance across patient survival, hospitalization rates, infection control, and clinical care measures. This places the facility among the higher-rated dialysis centers serving patients in Fall River, MA.

Patient Survival

Patient mortality rates compared to expected

As Expected

Rate: 21.1 (570.0 patients)

Fall River Kidney Center Llc performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Hospitalization

Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients

As Expected

Rate: 151.0 (144.0 patients)

Fall River Kidney Center Llc performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Readmission

Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days

As Expected

Rate: 22.9 (168.0 patients)

Fall River Kidney Center Llc 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: 16.7 (63.0 patients)

Fall River Kidney Center Llc performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Bloodstream Infections

Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections

As Expected

Rate: 0.67

Fall River Kidney Center Llc 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

As Expected

Rate: 60.7 (154.0 patients)

Fall River Kidney Center Llc 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

As Expected

Rate: 0.76 (187.0 patients)

Fall River Kidney Center Llc 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

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

Fall River Kidney Center Llc's arteriovenous fistula rate is 60.7%, 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 15% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 99% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 13.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Fall River Kidney Center Llc

What is the CMS rating for Fall River Kidney Center Llc?

Fall River Kidney Center Llc has a 5-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 Fall River Kidney Center Llc offer?

Fall River Kidney Center Llc offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training. Late-shift dialysis is also available.

Is Fall River Kidney Center Llc part of a chain?

Yes, Fall River Kidney Center Llc is operated by American Renal Associates.

How many treatment stations does Fall River Kidney Center Llc have?

Fall River Kidney Center Llc has 41 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.

How many doctors practice at Fall River Kidney Center Llc?

5 physicians are affiliated with Fall River Kidney Center Llc. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·