About Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Kent, WA, serving patients in King County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Northwest Kidney Centers, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 11 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Nkc Panther Lake 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.
The facility has earned a 5-star CMS quality rating, reflecting strong performance in patient outcomes, safety, and clinical care. 3 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
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At a Glance
Quality & Outcomes
CMS quality performance measures
Excellent
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting strong performance across patient survival, hospitalization rates, infection control, and clinical care measures. This places the facility among the higher-rated dialysis centers serving patients in Kent, WA.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 67.9 (18.0 patients)
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center performs as expected for bloodstream infections, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 85.7 (37.0 patients)
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center performs better than expected for vascular access (fistula), indicating stronger outcomes compared to national benchmarks.
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
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 85.7%, 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. 100% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 1.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center
3 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center
What is the CMS rating for Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center?
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center has a 5-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 Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center offer?
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center part of a chain?
Yes, Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center is operated by Northwest Kidney Centers.
How many treatment stations does Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center have?
Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center has 11 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center?
3 physicians are affiliated with Nkc Panther Lake Kidney Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·