About Usrc Knox Dialysis
Dialysis facility overview and details
Usrc Knox Dialysis is a for-profit dialysis facility in Knox, IN, serving patients in Starke County and the surrounding area. The facility is operated by US Renal Care, Inc., one of the major dialysis providers in the United States. With 9 treatment stations, the facility can serve multiple patients simultaneously during each shift.
Usrc Knox Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis services. In-center hemodialysis is the most common form of kidney dialysis, typically performed three times per week at the facility.
Usrc Knox Dialysis has been Medicare certified since 2007, providing 19 years of dialysis care to the Knox community. 1 physicians are affiliated with this facility.
When choosing a dialysis center in Knox, IN, 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
Patient Survival
Patient mortality rates compared to expected
Rate: 20.7 (107.0 patients)
Usrc Knox Dialysis performs as expected for patient survival, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Hospitalization
Rate of hospital admissions among dialysis patients
Rate: 141.3 (25.0 patients)
Usrc Knox Dialysis performs as expected for hospitalization, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Readmission
Rate of patients readmitted within 30 days
Rate: 41.4 (24.0 patients)
Usrc Knox Dialysis performs as expected for readmission, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Bloodstream Infections
Standardized infection ratio for bloodstream infections
Rate: 0.0
Usrc Knox Dialysis performs as expected for bloodstream infections, consistent with national benchmarks for dialysis facilities.
Vascular Access (Fistula)
Percentage of patients using arteriovenous fistula — the preferred vascular access
Rate: 70.6 (20.0 patients)
Usrc Knox Dialysis 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: 1.49 (30.0 patients)
Usrc Knox 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
Not 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
Usrc Knox Dialysis's arteriovenous fistula rate is 70.6%, 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. 99% of hemodialysis patients at this facility meet the Kt/V adequacy target, which measures how effectively toxins are removed during each dialysis session. 12.0% of patients use long-term catheters for vascular access. This is within acceptable ranges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Usrc Knox Dialysis
What is the CMS rating for Usrc Knox Dialysis?
Usrc Knox Dialysis does not currently have an overall CMS quality rating available.
What dialysis services does Usrc Knox Dialysis offer?
Usrc Knox Dialysis offers in-center hemodialysis.
Is Usrc Knox Dialysis part of a chain?
Yes, Usrc Knox Dialysis is operated by US Renal Care, Inc..
How many treatment stations does Usrc Knox Dialysis have?
Usrc Knox Dialysis has 9 dialysis treatment stations, allowing multiple patients to receive treatment simultaneously.
How many doctors practice at Usrc Knox Dialysis?
1 physicians are affiliated with Usrc Knox Dialysis. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Dialysis Facility Compare ·