About Fmc - Columbus Northwest
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fmc - Columbus Northwest is a for-profit dialysis facility in Dublin, OH, serving patients in Franklin 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.
Fmc - Columbus Northwest 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.
Fmc - Columbus Northwest has been Medicare certified since 2014, providing 12 years of dialysis care to the Dublin community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 1 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Dublin, OH, 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
Fmc - Columbus Northwest 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 Dublin, OH.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 21.0 (132.0 patients)
Fmc - Columbus Northwest performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 166.5 (33.0 patients)
Fmc - Columbus Northwest performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 21.8 (38.0 patients)
Fmc - Columbus Northwest performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Fmc - Columbus Northwest 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: 40.1 (45.0 patients)
Fmc - Columbus Northwest 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: 0.42 (18.0 patients)
Fmc - Columbus Northwest 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
Fmc - Columbus Northwest's arteriovenous fistula rate is 40.1%, which falls below recommended levels. 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. 30.0% 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 Fmc - Columbus Northwest
What is the CMS rating for Fmc - Columbus Northwest?
Fmc - Columbus Northwest 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 Fmc - Columbus Northwest offer?
Fmc - Columbus Northwest offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is Fmc - Columbus Northwest part of a chain?
Yes, Fmc - Columbus Northwest is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fmc - Columbus Northwest have?
Fmc - Columbus Northwest has 12 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fmc - Columbus Northwest?
1 physicians are affiliated with Fmc - Columbus Northwest. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·