About Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood
Dialysis facility overview and details
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Lakewood, WA, serving patients in Pierce County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Puget Sound Kidney Centers, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 30 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis 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. Late-shift dialysis is available, providing scheduling flexibility for patients who work during the day.
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood has been Medicare certified since 2020, providing 6 years of dialysis care to the Lakewood community. The facility holds a 2-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options.
When choosing a dialysis center in Lakewood, WA, 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
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood has received a 2-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Lakewood, WA 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: 31.2 (85.0 patients)
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 333.6 (17.0 patients)
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood performs worse than expected for hospitalization. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 30.0 (45.0 patients)
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 3.26
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood performs worse than expected for bloodstream infections. Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 71.1 (20.0 patients)
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood 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: 0.62 (42.0 patients)
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood 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
Not AvailableTraining program for patients who wish to perform hemodialysis at home, allowing more frequent and flexible treatment schedules.
Late Shift Dialysis
AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood's arteriovenous fistula rate is 71.1%, 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. 100% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 10.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood
What is the CMS rating for Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood?
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood 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 Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood offer?
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis. Late-shift dialysis is also available.
Is Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood part of a chain?
Yes, Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood is operated by Puget Sound Kidney Centers.
How many treatment stations does Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood have?
Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood has 30 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood?
Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Puget Sound Kidney Centers-lakewood.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·