About Second Ave Dialysis
Dialysis facility overview and details
Second Ave Dialysis is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Detroit, MI, serving patients in Wayne County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Greenfield Health Systems, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 46 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Second Ave Dialysis 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.
Second Ave Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 1977, providing 49 years of dialysis care to the Detroit community. The facility holds a 1-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 14 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Detroit, MI, 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
Second Ave Dialysis has received a 1-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Detroit, MI 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: 17.1 (1024.0 patients)
Second Ave Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 109.1 (246.0 patients)
Second Ave Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 38.2 (164.0 patients)
Second Ave Dialysis 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: 40.1 (66.0 patients)
Second Ave Dialysis performs as expected for transplant waitlist, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.41
Second Ave Dialysis 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: 34.7 (263.0 patients)
Second Ave Dialysis 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: 1.02 (111.0 patients)
Second Ave 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
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
Second Ave Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 34.7%, 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. 98% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 35.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. Higher catheter use is associated with increased infection risk.
Doctors at Second Ave Dialysis
14 affiliated physicians
Dr. Douglas Atchison, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Mark Faber, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Meaghan Roche, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Snigdha Reddy, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Amro Abdelghani, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Lalathaksha Kumbar, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Vipin Varghese, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Vivek Soi, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Hesham Shaban, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Sandeep Soman, MD
Nephrology
Dr. James Novak, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Jian Li, MD
Nephrology
+ 2 more physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Second Ave Dialysis
What is the CMS rating for Second Ave Dialysis?
Second Ave Dialysis 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 Second Ave Dialysis offer?
Second Ave Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.
Is Second Ave Dialysis part of a chain?
Yes, Second Ave Dialysis is operated by Greenfield Health Systems.
How many treatment stations does Second Ave Dialysis have?
Second Ave Dialysis has 46 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Second Ave Dialysis?
14 physicians are affiliated with Second Ave Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·