About Putnam Dialysis Llc
Dialysis facility overview and details
Putnam Dialysis Llc is a for-profit dialysis facility in Eatonton, GA, serving patients in Putnam County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Independent, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 12 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Putnam Dialysis Llc 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.
Putnam Dialysis Llc has been Medicare certified since 2018, providing 8 years of dialysis care to the Eatonton community. The facility holds a 1-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 1 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Eatonton, GA, 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
Poor
CMS Overall Dialysis Facility Rating
Putnam Dialysis Llc has received a 1-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Eatonton, GA 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: 21.1 (178.0 patients)
Putnam Dialysis Llc performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 144.1 (41.0 patients)
Putnam Dialysis Llc performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 36.0 (30.0 patients)
Putnam Dialysis Llc performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 1.2 (34.0 patients)
Putnam Dialysis Llc performs worse than expected for vascular access (fistula). Patients should discuss these results with their care team.
Emergency Dept Visits
Rate of emergency department visits within 30 days
Rate: 0.24 (34.0 patients)
Putnam Dialysis Llc 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
Not AvailableEvening dialysis sessions for patients who work during the day or prefer later treatment times.
Clinical Performance
Vascular access, adequacy, and vaccination data
Putnam Dialysis Llc's arteriovenous fistula rate is 1.2%, which falls below recommended levels. Fistula access is preferred over catheters because it has lower infection rates and better long-term outcomes for dialysis patients. 25% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 92.0% 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 Putnam Dialysis Llc
What is the CMS rating for Putnam Dialysis Llc?
Putnam Dialysis Llc has a 1-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 Putnam Dialysis Llc offer?
Putnam Dialysis Llc offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis.
Is Putnam Dialysis Llc part of a chain?
Yes, Putnam Dialysis Llc is operated by Independent.
How many treatment stations does Putnam Dialysis Llc have?
Putnam Dialysis Llc has 12 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Putnam Dialysis Llc?
1 physicians are affiliated with Putnam Dialysis Llc. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·