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Pnrs St Helens Dialysis

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

500 N COLUMBIA RIVER HWY STE 510, Saint Helens, OR 97051

13 Stations

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500 N COLUMBIA RIVER HWY STE 510
Saint Helens, OR 97051

About Pnrs St Helens Dialysis

Dialysis facility overview and details

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in Saint Helens, OR, serving patients in Columbia County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Fresenius Medical Care, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 13 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis 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.

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 2008, providing 18 years of dialysis care to the Saint Helens 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 Saint Helens, OR, 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

Star Rating2/5 Stars
Treatment Stations13
Late ShiftNot Available
In-Center HemodialysisYes
Peritoneal DialysisNo
Home TrainingNo
Chain OrganizationFresenius Medical Care
Profit StatusProfit
CountyColumbia
Affiliated Doctors3

Quality & Outcomes

CMS quality performance measures

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Below Average

CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Saint Helens, OR 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

As Expected

Rate: 16.3 (192.0 patients)

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Hospitalization

Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients

As Expected

Rate: 152.2 (49.0 patients)

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Readmission

Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days

As Expected

Rate: 34.2 (55.0 patients)

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Transplant Waitlist

Rate of patients placed on kidney transplant waitlist

As Expected

Rate: 34.7 (17.0 patients)

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Bloodstream Infections

Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections

As Expected

Rate: 0.51

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis 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

As Expected

Rate: 51.2 (54.0 patients)

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis 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

As Expected

Rate: 0.9 (48.0 patients)

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis 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

Available

The most common form of dialysis, performed at the facility typically three times per week. Blood is filtered through an external machine.

Peritoneal Dialysis

Not Available

A home-based dialysis method using the lining of the abdomen to filter blood. Offers greater scheduling flexibility for patients.

Home Hemodialysis Training

Not Available

Training program for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home, allowing more frequent and flexible treatment schedules.

Late Shift Dialysis

Not Available

Evening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.

Clinical Performance

Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 51.2%, 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 4% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population. 100% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 19.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Pnrs St Helens Dialysis

What is the CMS rating for Pnrs St Helens Dialysis?

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis 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 Pnrs St Helens Dialysis offer?

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis.

Is Pnrs St Helens Dialysis part of a chain?

Yes, Pnrs St Helens Dialysis is operated by Fresenius Medical Care.

How many treatment stations does Pnrs St Helens Dialysis have?

Pnrs St Helens Dialysis has 13 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.

How many doctors practice at Pnrs St Helens Dialysis?

3 physicians are affiliated with Pnrs St Helens Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·