About North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc
Dialysis facility overview and details
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc is a nonprofit dialysis facility in North Adams, MA, serving patients in Berkshire County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Independent, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 13 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc 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.
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc has been Medicare certified since 2016, providing 10 years of dialysis care to the North Adams community. The facility holds a 2-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 North Adams, MA, 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
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in North Adams, MA 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: 14.3 (146.0 patients)
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 148.7 (39.0 patients)
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 28.9 (46.0 patients)
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 70.2 (25.0 patients)
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc performs worse than expected for transplant waitlist. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 53.1 (46.0 patients)
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc 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: 1.83 (61.0 patients)
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc 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
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc's arteriovenous fistula rate is 53.1%, 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. 96% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 26.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc
3 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc
What is the CMS rating for North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc?
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc 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 North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc offer?
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc part of a chain?
Yes, North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc is operated by Independent.
How many treatment stations does North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc have?
North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc has 13 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc?
3 physicians are affiliated with North Adams Renal Dialysis Suite Of Bmc. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·