About North Gulfport Home Program
Dialysis facility overview and details
North Gulfport Home Program is a for-profit dialysis facility in Gulfport, MS, serving patients in Harrison County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States.
North Gulfport Home Program offers peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training services. 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.
North Gulfport Home Program has been Medicare certified since 2014, providing 12 years of dialysis care to the Gulfport 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 Gulfport, MS, 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 Gulfport Home Program has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Gulfport, MS 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: 27.5 (373.0 patients)
North Gulfport Home Program performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 183.6 (92.0 patients)
North Gulfport Home Program performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 45.0 (67.0 patients)
North Gulfport Home Program 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: 60.3 (35.0 patients)
North Gulfport Home Program performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 66.7 (19.0 patients)
North Gulfport Home Program 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: 0.95 (60.0 patients)
North Gulfport Home Program 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
Not 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
North Gulfport Home Program's arteriovenous fistula rate is 66.7%, 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. 17.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at North Gulfport Home Program
3 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About North Gulfport Home Program
What is the CMS rating for North Gulfport Home Program?
North Gulfport Home Program 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 Gulfport Home Program offer?
North Gulfport Home Program offers peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is North Gulfport Home Program part of a chain?
Yes, North Gulfport Home Program is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.
How many treatment stations does North Gulfport Home Program have?
Station count information is not currently available for North Gulfport Home Program.
How many doctors practice at North Gulfport Home Program?
3 physicians are affiliated with North Gulfport Home Program. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·