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Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center

Average3-Star CMS Rating

4601 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. AVENUE SOUTHWEST, Washington D.c., DC 20032

22 Stations

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4601 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. AVENUE SOUTHWEST
Washington D.c., DC 20032

About Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center

Dialysis facility overview and details

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center is a for-profit dialysis facility in Washington D.c., DC, serving patients in District Of Columbia County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 22 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.

Greater Southeast Community 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.

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center has been Medicare certified since 1977, providing 49 years of dialysis care to the Washington D.c. community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 3 physicians are affiliated with this facility.

When choosing a dialysis center in Washington D.c., DC, 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

Star Rating3/5 Stars
Treatment Stations22
Late ShiftNot Available
In-Center HemodialysisYes
Peritoneal DialysisNo
Home TrainingNo
Chain OrganizationFresenius Medical Care
Profit StatusProfit
CountyDistrict Of Columbia
Affiliated Doctors3

Quality & Outcomes

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center 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 Washington D.c., DC.

Patient Survival

Patient mortality rates compared to expected

As Expected

Rate: 14.8 (257.0 patients)

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Hospitalization

Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients

As Expected

Rate: 151.4 (62.0 patients)

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Readmission

Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days

As Expected

Rate: 25.3 (54.0 patients)

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Transplant Waitlist

Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist

As Expected

Rate: 12.9 (27.0 patients)

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Bloodstream Infections

Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections

As Expected

Rate: 0.49

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center performs as expected for bloodstream infections, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Vascular Access (Fistula)

Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access

As Expected

Rate: 60.1 (72.0 patients)

Greater Southeast Community 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

As Expected

Rate: 0.96 (44.0 patients)

Greater Southeast Community 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

Available

The most common form of dialysis, performed at the facility typically three times per week. Blood is filtered through an external machine.

Peritoneal Dialysis

Not Available

A home-based dialysis method using the lining of the abdomen to filter blood. Offers greater scheduling flexibility for patients.

Home Hemodialysis Training

Not Available

Training program for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home, allowing more frequent and flexible treatment schedules.

Late Shift Dialysis

Not Available

Evening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.

Clinical Performance

Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 60.1%, 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. 99% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 8.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.

Doctors at Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center

3 affiliated physicians

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center

What is the CMS rating for Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center?

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center 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 Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center offer?

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center offers in-center hemodialysis.

Is Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center part of a chain?

Yes, Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.

How many treatment stations does Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center have?

Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center has 22 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.

How many doctors practice at Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center?

3 physicians are affiliated with Greater Southeast Community Dialysis Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·