About Fkc - Tchefuncte River
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fkc - Tchefuncte River is a for-profit dialysis facility in Madisonville, LA, serving patients in Saint Tammany County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 18 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Fkc - Tchefuncte River 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 - Tchefuncte River has been Medicare certified since 2005, providing 21 years of dialysis care to the Madisonville community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 4 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Madisonville, LA, 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
Fkc - Tchefuncte River 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 Madisonville, LA.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 26.9 (136.0 patients)
Fkc - Tchefuncte River performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 191.3 (38.0 patients)
Fkc - Tchefuncte River performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 21.0 (31.0 patients)
Fkc - Tchefuncte River performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Fkc - Tchefuncte River 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: 71.1 (32.0 patients)
Fkc - Tchefuncte River performs as expected for vascular access (fistula), 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
Fkc - Tchefuncte River's arteriovenous fistula rate is 71.1%, 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. 100% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 6.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Fkc - Tchefuncte River
4 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fkc - Tchefuncte River
What is the CMS rating for Fkc - Tchefuncte River?
Fkc - Tchefuncte River 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 Fkc - Tchefuncte River offer?
Fkc - Tchefuncte River offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Fkc - Tchefuncte River part of a chain?
Yes, Fkc - Tchefuncte River is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fkc - Tchefuncte River have?
Fkc - Tchefuncte River has 18 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fkc - Tchefuncte River?
4 physicians are affiliated with Fkc - Tchefuncte River. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·