activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 7
- Consistently achieves high quality and patient satisfaction ratings in CMS evaluations Healthcare Quality Recognition & Accreditation62% of centers received 4 or 5 stars for quality of care in the 2020 CMS Quality Star Ratings (above national average), and 80% received 4 or 5 stars for patient satisfaction in the 2022 CMS survey (exceeding national average of 52%).
- Deliver home dialysis training and support Dialysis Patient Support and Education ServicesProvides expert training and comprehensive support to patients opting for home dialysis, including peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis, achieving adoption rates twice that of other providers and the highest percentage of home dialysis patients in the U.S.
- Delivers patient education and resources for living with dialysis Dialysis Patient Support and Education ServicesProvides individualized, continuing education to patients as part of treatment plans, develops educational materials on treatment options, and offers practical resources such as a kidney-friendly online cookbook to support patients and families in managing life with dialysis.
- Operate dialysis treatment centers Dialysis Patient Support and Education ServicesOperates a network of dialysis centers across the United States where patients can access in-center hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatments, with high performance in CMS quality and patient satisfaction ratings. A majority of centers consistently receive 4 or 5 star ratings for quality and patient experience, exceeding national averages.
- Operates a national network of dialysis centers providing in-center hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatments Dialysis Patient Support and Education ServicesOperates a network of dialysis centers across the United States where patients receive in-center hemodialysis (using a machine to filter blood) and peritoneal dialysis (using the abdominal lining and dialysate solution), including preparation and support services. These centers serve patients including those awaiting kidney transplantation.
- Provide patient education and support services Dialysis Patient Support and Education ServicesOffers individualized, ongoing patient education and support resources for individuals beginning and living with dialysis, including treatment preparation, kidney-friendly nutrition (e.g., online cookbook), and educational materials to support treatment decision-making and long-term health.
- Provides comprehensive home dialysis training and support Dialysis Patient Support and Education ServicesOffers expert training and ongoing support for patients to perform home dialysis, including peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis, achieving adoption rates twice that of other providers and maintaining the highest percentage of home dialysis patients in the U.S.
research · 2
- Conduct and disseminate clinical research in nephrology Dialysis Patient Support and Education ServicesConducts applied, pragmatic clinical research focused on improving care delivery and treatment processes for chronic kidney disease, with findings rapidly adopted into practice; disseminates research through peer-reviewed studies, whitepapers, newsletters, and podcasts for the nephrology community.
- Conducts and disseminates applied clinical research to improve kidney disease care Dialysis Patient Support and Education ServicesConducts pragmatic clinical research focused on care delivery and process improvement in chronic kidney disease, with findings rapidly adopted into practice; publishes peer-reviewed studies, whitepapers, newsletters, and a monthly podcast for the nephrology community.
strategies · 20
how they think
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- Access-First Clinical Approach access-first_approachPrioritizes dialysis access surgery and maintenance as the foundational step for effective and sustainable dialysis treatment.
- Access-First Clinical Approach access-first approachEmphasizes dialysis access surgery and maintenance as the foundational step for effective and sustainable dialysis treatment, ensuring clinical readiness and continuity of care.
- Early Detection and Lifestyle Intervention lifestyle_interventionFocuses on early detection of chronic kidney disease and intervenes with lifestyle modifications—such as diet, exercise, and smoking cessation—to slow disease progression and preserve kidney function.
- Early Lifestyle Intervention and Education lifestyle_interventionEmpowers patients through ongoing education and promotes kidney-friendly lifestyle changes—including diet, exercise, and smoking cessation—to slow disease progression and prolong kidney function.
- Holistic Quality of Life Focus holistic quality-of-life focusDesigns care to enable patients to live longer, healthier lives with room for meaningful experiences beyond treatment, emphasizing well-being over clinical metrics alone.
- Holistic Quality of Life Focus holistic_quality-of-life_focusDesigns care to enable patients to live longer, healthier lives with space for meaningful experiences beyond medical treatment, emphasizing overall life fulfillment.
- Home-Based Dialysis Care home-based_dialysisOffers home hemodialysis to improve health outcomes and enhance patient autonomy by enabling greater flexibility in scheduling, diet, travel, and daily living, supporting independence and quality of life.
- Home-Based Dialysis Care home-based_dialysisOffers home hemodialysis as a treatment option to improve health outcomes and increase patient autonomy by enabling greater flexibility in scheduling, diet, travel, and daily life.
- Interdisciplinary Team and Holistic Support interdisciplinary_care_teamSupports patients holistically throughout their kidney disease journey using interdisciplinary care teams that address medical, emotional, and lifestyle needs to promote overall well-being.
- Interdisciplinary, Holistic Support Team interdisciplinary_care_teamUses an interdisciplinary care team to support patients holistically—addressing medical, emotional, and lifestyle needs throughout the chronic kidney disease journey to improve quality of life.
- Nonprofit Caring Dialysis Organization Model nonprofit_cdo_modelOperates as a nonprofit CDO, prioritizing patient, physician, and staff needs over financial returns to align organizational incentives with high-quality, compassionate care.
- Nonprofit Caring Dialysis Organization Model nonprofit_cdo_modelOperates as a non-profit Caring Dialysis Organization (CDO), prioritizing patient, physician, and staff well-being over financial returns to align organizational goals with care quality and compassion.
- Patient Education and Empowerment patient_education_and_empowermentEmpowers patients as active members of their care teams through continuous, individualized education that supports treatment adherence, adjustment to dialysis, and improved physical and emotional outcomes.
- Patient-Centered Care Model patient-centered_careDelivers individualized care by first understanding each patient's personal goals, values, and lifestyle, using this insight to guide treatment decisions and support long-term well-being through informed health choices.
- Patient-Centered Care Model patient-centered_careCenters care on understanding patients as individuals—prioritizing their goals, values, and lifestyle—to guide personalized treatment decisions and long-term well-being, ensuring care is aligned with patients' lived experiences.
- Personalized Care Planning personalized_care_planningFacilitates informed treatment decisions through personalized treatment option sessions that align medical needs with individual lifestyle preferences.
- Physician-Led Clinical Model physician-led care modelEnsures clinical expertise drives care delivery and organizational decisions through a nephrologist-led and physician-led structure, fostering innovation and individualized, high-quality kidney care.
- Physician-Led Clinical Model physician-led_care_modelEnsures clinical expertise drives care delivery and organizational decision-making through a nephrologist-led or physician-led structure that prioritizes optimal patient outcomes and innovation in kidney care.
- Pragmatic Research and Innovation pragmatic_research_programDrives transformation in kidney care through applied, pragmatic research partnerships with physicians to continuously innovate and improve care models for end-stage kidney disease.
- Pragmatic Research for Care Innovation pragmatic_research_programConducts applied, real-world research in collaboration with physicians to test and refine kidney care models, driving transformation and rejecting status quo practices.
named programs · 9
what they call their work
Applied Research Program
Conducts pragmatic research to advance kidney care standards and improve patient quality of life, with findings shared through publications and collaborations.
Home Dialysis Training and Support
Comprehensive training program that enables patients to confidently perform dialysis at home, with ongoing support from expert teams
Home Hemodialysis
Provides training and support for patients to perform hemodialysis at home, offering greater flexibility and better health outcomes
In-Center Hemodialysis
Provides individualized dialysis care in a clinical setting with a dedicated team of professionals
Patient Education and Empowerment
Individualized, continuing education for patients to understand treatment options and live a longer, healthier life
Patient Education and Support
Provides ongoing education and resources to help patients understand treatment options, manage lifestyle changes, and live well with kidney disease.
Peritoneal Dialysis
Offers needle-free dialysis through the abdomen using the peritoneal lining, with options for daytime or nighttime automated treatments.
Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)
Offers needle-free dialysis through the abdomen using the peritoneal lining, with options for automated or manual treatment at home
Research Program
National leader in pragmatic research to improve treatment standards and quality of life for people with CKD, with findings rapidly adopted in clinical practice
relationships · 5
who they work with
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Government — Subject of annual CMS reviews and patient satisfaction surveys that evaluate quality of care.
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Government — Source of quality and patient experience star ratings for Satellite Healthcare centers.
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Government — Subject to annual review and patient satisfaction surveys by CMS
- Tri-County Vascular Care Partner — Collaborates on dialysis access surgery and maintenance services.
- patient care team Partner — Collaborates with the patient's care team to support emotional and physical adjustment to dialysis treatment.