About Hawthorn Kidney Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
Hawthorn Kidney Center is a for-profit dialysis facility in Dartmouth, MA, serving patients in Bristol County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by American Renal Associates, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 30 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Hawthorn Kidney Center 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.
Hawthorn Kidney Center has been Medicare certified since 2010, providing 16 years of dialysis care to the Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth, MA, 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
Hawthorn Kidney 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 Dartmouth, MA.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 19.2 (353.0 patients)
Hawthorn Kidney Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 205.1 (86.0 patients)
Hawthorn Kidney Center performs worse than expected for hospitalization. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 46.2 (145.0 patients)
Hawthorn Kidney Center performs worse than expected for readmission. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 30.5 (39.0 patients)
Hawthorn Kidney Center performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Hawthorn Kidney 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: 50.6 (84.0 patients)
Hawthorn Kidney 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: 0.88 (173.0 patients)
Hawthorn Kidney 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
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
Hawthorn Kidney Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 50.6%, 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. 5.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Hawthorn Kidney Center
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Hawthorn Kidney Center
What is the CMS rating for Hawthorn Kidney Center?
Hawthorn Kidney 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 Hawthorn Kidney Center offer?
Hawthorn Kidney Center offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Hawthorn Kidney Center part of a chain?
Yes, Hawthorn Kidney Center is operated by American Renal Associates.
How many treatment stations does Hawthorn Kidney Center have?
Hawthorn Kidney Center has 30 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Hawthorn Kidney Center?
2 physicians are affiliated with Hawthorn Kidney Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·