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Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill

Poor1-Star CMS Rating

1555 Goodman Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45224

17 Stations

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1555 Goodman Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45224

About Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill

Dialysis facility overview and details

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill is a for-profit dialysis facility in Cincinnati, OH, serving patients in Hamilton County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 17 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill offers in-center hemodialysis, home hemodialysis training services. In-center hemodialysis is the most common form of kidney dialysis, typically performed three times per week at the facility. The facility also provides training for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home.

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill has been Medicare certified since 2016, providing 10 years of dialysis care to the Cincinnati community. The facility holds a 1-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 3 physicians are affiliated with this facility.

When choosing a dialysis center in Cincinnati, 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

Star Rating1/5 Stars
Treatment Stations17
Late ShiftNot Available
In-Center HemodialysisYes
Peritoneal DialysisNo
Home TrainingYes
Chain OrganizationFresenius Medical Care
Profit StatusProfit
CountyHamilton
Affiliated Doctors3

Quality & Outcomes

CMS quality performance measures

1of 5

Poor

CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill has received a 1-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Cincinnati, OH 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

As Expected

Rate: 22.6 (282.0 patients)

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Hospitalization

Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients

As Expected

Rate: 125.3 (68.0 patients)

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Readmission

Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days

As Expected

Rate: 29.4 (59.0 patients)

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Bloodstream Infections

Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections

Better Than Expected

Rate: 0.29

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill 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

As Expected

Rate: 35.3 (77.0 patients)

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill 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

As Expected

Rate: 1.22 (33.0 patients)

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill 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

Available

The most common form of dialysis, performed at the facility typically three times per week. Blood is filtered through an external machine.

Peritoneal Dialysis

Not Available

A home-based dialysis method using the lining of the abdomen to filter blood. Offers greater scheduling flexibility for patients.

Home Hemodialysis Training

Available

Training program for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home, allowing more frequent and flexible treatment schedules.

Late Shift Dialysis

Not Available

Evening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.

Clinical Performance

Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill's arteriovenous fistula rate is 35.3%, 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. 94% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 40.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.

Doctors at Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill

3 affiliated physicians

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill

What is the CMS rating for Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill?

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill 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 Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill offer?

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill offers in-center hemodialysis, home hemodialysis training.

Is Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill part of a chain?

Yes, Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.

How many treatment stations does Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill have?

Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill has 17 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.

How many doctors practice at Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill?

3 physicians are affiliated with Fmc Liberty Dialysis North College Hill. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·