About Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center is a for-profit dialysis facility in Wilton, ME, 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 Umbagog Kidney Center 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 Umbagog Kidney Center has been Medicare certified since 2003, providing 23 years of dialysis care to the Wilton community. The facility has earned a 4-star CMS quality rating, reflecting strong performance in patient outcomes, safety, and clinical care. 1 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 Umbagog Kidney Center 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 Wilton, ME.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 25.2 (178.0 patients)
Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 115.2 (37.0 patients)
Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 30.6 (29.0 patients)
Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.36
Fmc Umbagog Kidney 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: 66.3 (44.0 patients)
Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center performs as expected for vascular access (fistula), 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 Umbagog Kidney Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 66.3%, which exceeds the recommended target. Fistula access is preferred over catheters because it has lower infection rates and better long-term outcomes for dialysis patients. 99% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 14.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center
What is the CMS rating for Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center?
Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center 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 Umbagog Kidney Center offer?
Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center part of a chain?
Yes, Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center have?
Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center has 12 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center?
1 physicians are affiliated with Fmc Umbagog Kidney Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·