About Fkc Northeast Philadelphia
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia is a for-profit dialysis facility in Philadelphia, PA, serving patients in Philadelphia County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 20 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia 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.
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia has been Medicare certified since 1981, providing 45 years of dialysis care to the Philadelphia community. The facility has earned a 4-star CMS quality rating, reflecting strong performance in patient outcomes, safety, and clinical care. 3 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
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At a Glance
Quality & Outcomes
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia has earned a 4-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 Philadelphia, PA.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 15.4 (300.0 patients)
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 128.3 (75.0 patients)
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 24.0 (54.0 patients)
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.11
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia 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: 52.4 (100.0 patients)
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia 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: 2.31 (28.0 patients)
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia performs worse than expected for emergency dept visits. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
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
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia's arteriovenous fistula rate is 52.4%, 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. 97% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 23.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Fkc Northeast Philadelphia
3 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fkc Northeast Philadelphia
What is the CMS rating for Fkc Northeast Philadelphia?
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia has a 4-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 Fkc Northeast Philadelphia offer?
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Fkc Northeast Philadelphia part of a chain?
Yes, Fkc Northeast Philadelphia is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fkc Northeast Philadelphia have?
Fkc Northeast Philadelphia has 20 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fkc Northeast Philadelphia?
3 physicians are affiliated with Fkc Northeast Philadelphia. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·