About Kalkaska Dialysis Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
Kalkaska Dialysis Center is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Kalkaska, MI, serving patients in Kalkaska County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Independent, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 12 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Kalkaska 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. Late-shift dialysis is available, providing scheduling flexibility for patients who work during the day.
Kalkaska Dialysis Center has been Medicare certified since 2008, providing 18 years of dialysis care to the Kalkaska 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 Kalkaska, MI, 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
Kalkaska 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 Kalkaska, MI.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 24.0 (204.0 patients)
Kalkaska Dialysis Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 99.2 (40.0 patients)
Kalkaska Dialysis Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 5.1 (24.0 patients)
Kalkaska Dialysis Center performs better than expected for readmission, indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 8.5 (22.0 patients)
Kalkaska Dialysis 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
Kalkaska 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: 38.0 (47.0 patients)
Kalkaska 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: 0.95 (30.0 patients)
Kalkaska 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
AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
Kalkaska Dialysis Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 38.0%, 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. The facility reports a 6% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 96% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 22.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Kalkaska Dialysis Center
What is the CMS rating for Kalkaska Dialysis Center?
Kalkaska 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 Kalkaska Dialysis Center offer?
Kalkaska Dialysis Center offers in-center hemodialysis. Late-shift dialysis is also available.
Is Kalkaska Dialysis Center part of a chain?
Yes, Kalkaska Dialysis Center is operated by Independent.
How many treatment stations does Kalkaska Dialysis Center have?
Kalkaska Dialysis Center has 12 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Kalkaska Dialysis Center?
1 physicians are affiliated with Kalkaska Dialysis Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·