About Fms South Durham Dialysis Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center is a for-profit dialysis facility in Durham, NC, serving patients in Durham County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 20 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center offers in-center hemodialysis services. In-center hemodialysis is the most common form of kidney dialysis, typically performed three times per week at the facility.
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center has been Medicare certified since 2010, providing 16 years of dialysis care to the Durham community. The facility holds a 2-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 Durham, NC, 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
Below Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Durham, NC 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: 16.1 (274.0 patients)
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 151.3 (61.0 patients)
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 19.6 (53.0 patients)
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center 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: 42.0 (64.0 patients)
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center 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: 1.36 (40.0 patients)
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center 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
Not AvailableA home-based dialysis method using the lining of the abdomen to filter blood. Offers greater scheduling flexibility for patients.
Home Hemodialysis Training
Not 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 South Durham Dialysis Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 42.0%, 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. 96% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 26.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Fms South Durham Dialysis Center
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fms South Durham Dialysis Center
What is the CMS rating for Fms South Durham Dialysis Center?
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center has a 2-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 Fms South Durham Dialysis Center offer?
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is Fms South Durham Dialysis Center part of a chain?
Yes, Fms South Durham Dialysis Center is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fms South Durham Dialysis Center have?
Fms South Durham Dialysis Center has 20 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fms South Durham Dialysis Center?
2 physicians are affiliated with Fms South Durham Dialysis Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·