About Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue
Dialysis facility overview and details
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue is a for-profit dialysis facility in Birmingham, AL, serving patients in Jefferson 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.
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue 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.
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue has been Medicare certified since 1982, providing 44 years of dialysis care to the Birmingham community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 1 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Birmingham, AL, 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 South Avenue 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 Birmingham, AL.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 19.4 (180.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 90.2 (45.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 9.3 (27.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue 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 South Avenue 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: 43.5 (55.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue 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: 0.62 (15.0 patients)
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue 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
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue's arteriovenous fistula rate is 43.5%, 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. 99% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 19.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue
1 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue
What is the CMS rating for Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue?
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue 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 South Avenue offer?
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue part of a chain?
Yes, Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue have?
Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue has 20 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue?
1 physicians are affiliated with Fresenius Kidney Care South Avenue. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·