About Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford)
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) is a for-profit dialysis facility in Medford, MA, serving patients in Middlesex County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 23 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) 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.
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) has been Medicare certified since 1985, providing 41 years of dialysis care to the Medford community. The facility has earned a 4-star CMS quality rating, reflecting strong performance in patient outcomes, safety, and clinical care. 3 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
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At a Glance
Quality & Outcomes
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting strong performance across patient survival, hospitalization rates, infection control, and clinical care measures. This places the facility among the higher-rated dialysis centers serving patients in Medford, MA.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 13.1 (391.0 patients)
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) performs better than expected for patient survival, indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 154.7 (105.0 patients)
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 22.3 (118.0 patients)
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 41.2 (51.0 patients)
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.1
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) 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: 62.9 (139.0 patients)
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) 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: 0.93 (117.0 patients)
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) 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
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
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford)'s arteriovenous fistula rate is 62.9%, 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 3% 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. 20.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford)
3 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford)
What is the CMS rating for Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford)?
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) has a 4-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 Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) offer?
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) part of a chain?
Yes, Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) have?
Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford) has 23 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford)?
3 physicians are affiliated with Fmc Medford Dialysis Center (bma Medford). View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·