About Kidney Care Center Lubbock
Dialysis facility overview and details
Kidney Care Center Lubbock is a for-profit dialysis facility in Lubbock, TX, serving patients in Lubbock County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Other, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 12 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Kidney Care Center Lubbock 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.
The facility holds a 1-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 3 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Lubbock, TX, 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
Poor
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Kidney Care Center Lubbock has received a 1-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Lubbock, TX should review the detailed quality measures below, including survival rates and infection data, and discuss these findings with their nephrologist when evaluating dialysis options.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 27.8 (360.0 patients)
Kidney Care Center Lubbock performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 128.5 (105.0 patients)
Kidney Care Center Lubbock performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 28.4 (91.0 patients)
Kidney Care Center Lubbock performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 24.2 (33.0 patients)
Kidney Care Center Lubbock performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 41.6 (86.0 patients)
Kidney Care Center Lubbock 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: 0.89 (64.0 patients)
Kidney Care Center Lubbock 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
Not AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
Kidney Care Center Lubbock's arteriovenous fistula rate is 41.6%, 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. 90% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 27.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Kidney Care Center Lubbock
3 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Kidney Care Center Lubbock
What is the CMS rating for Kidney Care Center Lubbock?
Kidney Care Center Lubbock has a 1-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 Kidney Care Center Lubbock offer?
Kidney Care Center Lubbock offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is Kidney Care Center Lubbock part of a chain?
Yes, Kidney Care Center Lubbock is operated by Other.
How many treatment stations does Kidney Care Center Lubbock have?
Kidney Care Center Lubbock has 12 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Kidney Care Center Lubbock?
3 physicians are affiliated with Kidney Care Center Lubbock. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·