About Fmc Florence Dialysis Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center is a for-profit dialysis facility in Florence, SC, serving patients in Florence County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 31 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center 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. Late-shift dialysis is available, providing scheduling flexibility for patients who work during the day.
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center has been Medicare certified since 1976, providing 50 years of dialysis care to the Florence community. The facility holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 1 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Florence, SC, 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
Below Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Florence, SC 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: 29.9 (344.0 patients)
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 158.8 (84.0 patients)
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 26.2 (89.0 patients)
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 29.5 (26.0 patients)
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.36
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center 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: 34.0 (99.0 patients)
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center performs worse than expected for vascular access (fistula). Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Emergency Dept Visits
Rate of emergency department visits within 30 days
Rate: 0.97 (56.0 patients)
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center 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
AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 34.0%, 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. The facility reports a 4% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 98% 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.
Doctors at Fmc Florence Dialysis Center
1 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fmc Florence Dialysis Center
What is the CMS rating for Fmc Florence Dialysis Center?
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center has a 2-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 Florence Dialysis Center offer?
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center offers in-center hemodialysis. Late-shift dialysis is also available.
Is Fmc Florence Dialysis Center part of a chain?
Yes, Fmc Florence Dialysis Center is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fmc Florence Dialysis Center have?
Fmc Florence Dialysis Center has 31 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fmc Florence Dialysis Center?
1 physicians are affiliated with Fmc Florence Dialysis Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·