About Fkc - West Metro Dialysis
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in Chicago, IL, serving patients in Cook County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 12 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis services. In-center hemodialysis is the most common form of kidney dialysis, typically performed three times per week at the facility.
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 1987, providing 39 years of dialysis care to the Chicago community. The facility holds a 1-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 2 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Chicago, IL, 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
Poor
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis has received a 1-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Chicago, IL 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: 25.2 (104.0 patients)
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 173.3 (28.0 patients)
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 30.2 (26.0 patients)
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis 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: 50.9 (35.0 patients)
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis 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: 1.45 (13.0 patients)
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis 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
Not 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
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 50.9%, 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 7% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 95% 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.
Doctors at Fkc - West Metro Dialysis
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fkc - West Metro Dialysis
What is the CMS rating for Fkc - West Metro Dialysis?
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis has a 1-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 - West Metro Dialysis offer?
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is Fkc - West Metro Dialysis part of a chain?
Yes, Fkc - West Metro Dialysis is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fkc - West Metro Dialysis have?
Fkc - West Metro Dialysis has 12 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fkc - West Metro Dialysis?
2 physicians are affiliated with Fkc - West Metro Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·