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Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis

Average3-Star CMS Rating

1384 KINOOLE STREET, Hilo, HI 96720

48 Stations
Late Shift Available

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1384 KINOOLE STREET
Hilo, HI 96720

About Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis

Dialysis facility overview and details

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in Hilo, HI, serving patients in Hawaii County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 48 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis 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. Late-shift dialysis is available, providing scheduling flexibility for patients who work during the day.

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 2006, providing 20 years of dialysis care to the Hilo 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 Hilo, HI, 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 Stations48
Late ShiftAvailable
In-Center HemodialysisYes
Peritoneal DialysisYes
Home TrainingYes
Chain OrganizationFresenius Medical Care
Profit StatusProfit
CountyHawaii
Affiliated Doctors3

Quality & Outcomes

CMS quality performance measures

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Average

CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis 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 Hilo, HI.

Patient Survival

Patient mortality rates compared to expected

As Expected

Rate: 18.6 (950.0 patients)

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Hospitalization

Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients

As Expected

Rate: 113.3 (196.0 patients)

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Readmission

Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days

As Expected

Rate: 26.3 (142.0 patients)

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis 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: 19.4 (80.0 patients)

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Bloodstream Infections

Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections

Better Than Expected

Rate: 0.31

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis 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

As Expected

Rate: 62.3 (210.0 patients)

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis 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: 1.6 (97.0 patients)

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis 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

Available

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

Home Hemodialysis Training

Available

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

Late Shift Dialysis

Available

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

Clinical Performance

Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 62.3%, 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. 97% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 9.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.

Doctors at Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis

3 affiliated physicians

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis

What is the CMS rating for Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis?

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis 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 Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis offer?

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training. Late-shift dialysis is also available.

Is Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis part of a chain?

Yes, Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.

How many treatment stations does Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis have?

Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis has 48 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.

How many doctors practice at Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis?

3 physicians are affiliated with Liberty Dialysis Hawaii - Hilo Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·