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Dialysis Center

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit

6621 FANNIN STREET STE 610, Houston, TX 77030

13 Stations

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6621 FANNIN STREET STE 610
Houston, TX 77030

About Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit

Dialysis facility overview and details

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit is a nonprofit dialysis facility in Houston, TX, serving patients in Harris County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by Independent, one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 13 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit 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.

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit has been Medicare certified since 1987, providing 39 years of dialysis care to the Houston community.

When choosing a dialysis center in Houston, TX, 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 RatingNot Rated
Treatment Stations13
Late ShiftNot Available
In-Center HemodialysisYes
Peritoneal DialysisYes
Home TrainingYes
Chain OrganizationIndependent
Profit StatusNon-profit
CountyHarris

Quality & Outcomes

CMS quality performance measures

Readmission

Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days

As Expected

Rate: 11.4 (15.0 patients)

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.

Bloodstream Infections

Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections

As Expected

Rate: 0.58

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit performs as expected for bloodstream infections, 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

Available

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

Home Hemodialysis Training

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

The facility reports a 2% vaccination rate among its dialysis patient population.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit

What is the CMS rating for Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit?

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit does not currently have an overall CMS quality rating available.

What dialysis services does Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit offer?

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit offers in-center hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home hemodialysis training.

Is Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit part of a chain?

Yes, Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit is operated by Independent.

How many treatment stations does Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit have?

Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit has 13 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.

How many doctors practice at Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit?

Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Texas Childrens Hospital Dialysis Unit.

Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·