About Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach is a for-profit dialysis facility in Ruskin, FL, serving patients in Hillsborough 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.
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis 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.
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach has been Medicare certified since 2020, providing 6 years of dialysis care to the Ruskin community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 2 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Ruskin, FL, 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
Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across dialysis quality measures including survival rates, hospitalization, and infection control. CMS evaluates dialysis facilities regularly to help patients make informed decisions about their care in Ruskin, FL.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 8.9 (193.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach performs better than expected for patient survival, indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 135.4 (69.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 17.4 (64.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach 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: 54.1 (84.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach 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: 2.13 (43.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach performs worse than expected for emergency dept visits. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
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
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
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach's arteriovenous fistula rate is 54.1%, 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. 100% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 12.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach
What is the CMS rating for Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach?
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach has a 3-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 Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach offer?
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis.
Is Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach part of a chain?
Yes, Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach have?
Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach has 12 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach?
2 physicians are affiliated with Fresenius Kidney Care Apollo Beach. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·