About Fmc Vega Baja
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fmc Vega Baja is a for-profit dialysis facility in Vega Baja, PR, serving patients in Vega Baja County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 41 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Fmc Vega Baja 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 Vega Baja has been Medicare certified since 1996, providing 30 years of dialysis care to the Vega Baja community. The facility holds a 1-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 2 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Vega Baja, PR, 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
Poor
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Fmc Vega Baja has received a 1-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Vega Baja, PR 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: 28.0 (778.0 patients)
Fmc Vega Baja performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 194.6 (197.0 patients)
Fmc Vega Baja performs worse than expected for hospitalization. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 43.1 (249.0 patients)
Fmc Vega Baja performs worse than expected for readmission. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.36
Fmc Vega Baja 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: 39.1 (205.0 patients)
Fmc Vega Baja 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: 0.33 (39.0 patients)
Fmc Vega Baja 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 Vega Baja's arteriovenous fistula rate is 39.1%, 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. 97% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 33.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Fmc Vega Baja
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fmc Vega Baja
What is the CMS rating for Fmc Vega Baja?
Fmc Vega Baja 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 Vega Baja offer?
Fmc Vega Baja offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Fmc Vega Baja part of a chain?
Yes, Fmc Vega Baja is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fmc Vega Baja have?
Fmc Vega Baja has 41 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fmc Vega Baja?
2 physicians are affiliated with Fmc Vega Baja. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·