About Physicians North Beach
Dialysis facility overview and details
Physicians North Beach is a for-profit dialysis facility in Miami Gardens, FL, serving patients in Miami-dade County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Independent, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 23 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Physicians North Beach 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.
Physicians North Beach has been Medicare certified since 1983, providing 43 years of dialysis care to the Miami Gardens community. The facility holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 10 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Miami Gardens, FL, 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
Physicians North Beach has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Miami Gardens, FL 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: 27.3 (763.0 patients)
Physicians North Beach performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 199.9 (193.0 patients)
Physicians North Beach performs worse than expected for hospitalization. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 35.7 (246.0 patients)
Physicians North Beach 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: 55.4 (48.0 patients)
Physicians North Beach performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.35
Physicians North Beach 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
Rate: 54.7 (207.0 patients)
Physicians North Beach 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: 0.66 (121.0 patients)
Physicians North Beach 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
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
Physicians North Beach's arteriovenous fistula rate is 54.7%, 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. The facility reports a 100% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 96% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 28.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Physicians North Beach
10 affiliated physicians
Dr. Ileana Farrada, DO
Nephrology
Dr. Ruchir Chokshi, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Victor Fernandez, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Rafael Baez - Bonilla, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Ahmed Waheed, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Cliff Glasser, DO
Internal Medicine
Dr. Zachary Yablon, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Edouard Martin, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Emmanuel Bahamonde, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Jorge Barrero, MD
Nephrology
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Physicians North Beach
What is the CMS rating for Physicians North Beach?
Physicians North Beach 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 Physicians North Beach offer?
Physicians North Beach offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Physicians North Beach part of a chain?
Yes, Physicians North Beach is operated by Independent.
How many treatment stations does Physicians North Beach have?
Physicians North Beach has 23 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Physicians North Beach?
10 physicians are affiliated with Physicians North Beach. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·