Are there independent dialysis centers in Knoxville, Tennessee?

All dialysis facilities in Knoxville are currently chain-owned. DaVita and Fresenius together operate 8 of the 10 facilities in this city.

How often is dialysis facility data updated?

DialysisCenterUSA updates facility data quarterly from CMS.gov, typically within 48 hours of government release.

What quality metrics are shown for each facility?

We display CMS star ratings, patient survival rates, hospitalization rates, infection rates, and transplant referral percentages.

Dialysis Centers in Knoxville, Tennessee

Q: What is the average CMS star rating for dialysis centers in Knoxville?

The average CMS Quality of Patient Care star rating for dialysis facilities in Knoxville is 3.3 out of 5, compared to a Tennessee average of 2.6.

Q: What should I look for when choosing a dialysis center in Knoxville?

Key factors include the CMS star rating, standardized mortality and infection ratios, transplant referral rate, and chain ownership. You can compare all 10 dialysis centers in Knoxville on this page. Ask your nephrologist to review the data with you.

10 Medicare-certified dialysis facilities in Knoxville. All quality data sourced directly from CMS.

Total facilities

DaVita + Fresenius

Independent

3.3▲ vs 2.6 state avg

Avg CMS rating

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dialysis centers are in Knoxville, Tennessee?▲

There are 10 Medicare-certified dialysis facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee.

What is the average CMS star rating for dialysis centers in Knoxville?▲

The average CMS star rating for dialysis facilities in Knoxville is 3.3 out of 5, compared to 2.6 for Tennessee overall.

Are there independent dialysis centers in Knoxville?▲

All dialysis facilities in Knoxville are currently chain-owned (DaVita or Fresenius).

What should I look for when choosing a dialysis center in Knoxville?▲

Compare CMS star ratings, standardized mortality ratios, infection rates, and transplant referral rates. Ask your nephrologist to review the data with you. Independent facilities tend to have higher transplant referral rates on average.