Home dialysis
Quality improvement activity (QIa)
Network Project Lead: Kou Kha-Moua
Studies show that patients who participate in home dialysis therapy experience greater independence and are able to dialyze at a slower rate, which is proven to produce a better physiological response. Patients who have home dialysis therapy also benefit from lower risk of death, improved blood pressure control, better phosphorus control to prevent bone disease, and a better quality of life.
1 Despite of the benefits, home dialysis is under-utilized. The long-term goal and impact of improving home modality initiation aligns with CMS’ goals, and results in better quality of life for our patients.
Webinars
Reporting Tools
Patient & Family Engagement (QAPI, Life Plan, Peer Mentoring)
Resource Videos
Toolkit
Nursing Home Resources
- On-Site Home Hemodialysis (HHD) in Skilled Nursing Facilities
Resources
References
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Young BA, Chan C, Blagg C, et al. How to overcome barriers and establish a successful home HD program. 2012. http://cjasn.asnjournals.org/content/early/2012/10/03/CJN.07080712.full.