About South Fulton Dialysis Center
Dialysis facility overview and details
South Fulton Dialysis Center is a for-profit dialysis facility in Atlanta, GA, serving patients in Fulton County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Other, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 19 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
South Fulton Dialysis Center 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.
South Fulton Dialysis Center has been Medicare certified since 1998, providing 28 years of dialysis care to the Atlanta community. The facility holds a 1-star CMS quality rating. Patients should review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating their dialysis options. 2 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Atlanta, 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
South Fulton Dialysis Center has received a 1-star quality rating from CMS. Patients in Atlanta, 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: 30.8 (247.0 patients)
South Fulton Dialysis Center performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 145.5 (61.0 patients)
South Fulton Dialysis Center performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 16.5 (53.0 patients)
South Fulton Dialysis Center 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: 33.1 (58.0 patients)
South Fulton Dialysis Center 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: 0.42 (18.0 patients)
South Fulton Dialysis Center 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
South Fulton Dialysis Center's arteriovenous fistula rate is 33.1%, 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. 94% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 14.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
Doctors at South Fulton Dialysis Center
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About South Fulton Dialysis Center
What is the CMS rating for South Fulton Dialysis Center?
South Fulton Dialysis Center 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 South Fulton Dialysis Center offer?
South Fulton Dialysis Center offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis.
Is South Fulton Dialysis Center part of a chain?
Yes, South Fulton Dialysis Center is operated by Other.
How many treatment stations does South Fulton Dialysis Center have?
South Fulton Dialysis Center has 19 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at South Fulton Dialysis Center?
2 physicians are affiliated with South Fulton Dialysis Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·