About Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo is a for-profit dialysis facility in Williamsville, NY, serving patients in Erie County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States.
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo offers peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training services. 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.
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo has been Medicare certified since 2014, providing 12 years of dialysis care to the Williamsville community. 2 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Williamsville, NY, 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
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 28.2 (122.0 patients)
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 167.9 (29.0 patients)
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 41.3 (30.0 patients)
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 52.5 (11.0 patients)
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo 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: 0.49 (15.0 patients)
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo 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
Not 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
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo's arteriovenous fistula rate is 52.5%, 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 12% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 41.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo
What is the CMS rating for Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo?
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo does not currently have an overall CMS quality rating available.
What dialysis services does Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo offer?
Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo offers peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo part of a chain?
Yes, Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo have?
Station count information is not currently available for Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo.
How many doctors practice at Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo?
2 physicians are affiliated with Fms-freedom Center Of Buffalo. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·