About North Central Kidney Disease Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
North Central Kidney Disease Center is a for-profit dialysis facility in San Antonio, TX, serving patients in Bexar County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 16 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
North Central Kidney Disease 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.
North Central Kidney Disease Center has been Medicare certified since 2000, providing 26 years of dialysis care to the San Antonio community. CMS has assigned a 3-star quality rating to this facility, indicating average performance across key dialysis quality measures. 4 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in San Antonio, 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
Average
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
North Central Kidney Disease Center 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 San Antonio, TX.
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 26.6 (426.0 patients)
North Central Kidney Disease Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 170.8 (100.0 patients)
North Central Kidney Disease Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 39.9 (102.0 patients)
North Central Kidney Disease Center performs worse than expected for readmission. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Transplant Waitlist
Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist
Rate: 10.6 (39.0 patients)
North Central Kidney Disease Center performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.33
North Central Kidney Disease 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: 74.4 (95.0 patients)
North Central Kidney Disease Center 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: 0.83 (55.0 patients)
North Central Kidney Disease 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
North Central Kidney Disease Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 74.4%, 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. 99% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 14.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at North Central Kidney Disease Center
4 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About North Central Kidney Disease Center
What is the CMS rating for North Central Kidney Disease Center?
North Central Kidney Disease Center 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 North Central Kidney Disease Center offer?
North Central Kidney Disease Center offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is North Central Kidney Disease Center part of a chain?
Yes, North Central Kidney Disease Center is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does North Central Kidney Disease Center have?
North Central Kidney Disease Center has 16 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at North Central Kidney Disease Center?
4 physicians are affiliated with North Central Kidney Disease Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·