About Lbj Medical Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
Lbj Medical Center is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Pago Pago, AS, serving patients in American Samoa County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Independent, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 32 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Lbj Medical 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.
Lbj Medical Center has been Medicare certified since 1982, providing 44 years of dialysis care to the Pago Pago community. The facility holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options.
When choosing a dialysis center in Pago Pago, AS, 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
Below Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Lbj Medical Center has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Pago Pago, AS 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: 23.6 (574.0 patients)
Lbj Medical Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 86.4 (173.0 patients)
Lbj Medical Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 34.0 (43.0 patients)
Lbj Medical Center performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 4.6 (140.0 patients)
Lbj Medical Center performs better than expected for transplant waitlist, indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 70.0 (291.0 patients)
Lbj Medical Center performs better than expected for vascular access (fistula), indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.
Emergency Dept Visits
Rate of emergency department visits within 30 days
Rate: 2.07 (66.0 patients)
Lbj Medical 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
Not AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
Lbj Medical Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 70.0%, which exceeds the recommended target. Fistula access is preferred over catheters because it has lower infection rates and better long-term outcomes for dialysis patients. 96% 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Lbj Medical Center
What is the CMS rating for Lbj Medical Center?
Lbj Medical Center has a 2-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 Lbj Medical Center offer?
Lbj Medical Center offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is Lbj Medical Center part of a chain?
Yes, Lbj Medical Center is operated by Independent.
How many treatment stations does Lbj Medical Center have?
Lbj Medical Center has 32 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Lbj Medical Center?
Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Lbj Medical Center.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·