Clinical results can greatly vary among peritoneal dialysis (PD) programs for patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD). Often smaller PD programs (ranging from 6…

Numerous medical organizations, health care providers, insurance carriers and government organizations are exploring ways to leverage telehealth (two-way video visits between physicians and their patients)…

Appropriate patients treated with peritoneal dialysis (PD) have the potential to achieve lower rates of hospitalization and mortality, higher quality of life and lower costs…

Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often slide into default treatments and approaches. For instance, in the United States, they often start with in-center hemodialysis…

During the first 90 days of dialysis, kidney patients often experience fear, confusion and a heightened vulnerability to health challenges—such as unplanned dialysis initiation, access…

Many patients with chronic kidney disease receive default treatments that may not necessarily be the best option for their unique needs. Listen to this podcast,…

As the health care industry evolves toward delivering more patient-centric care, providers are beginning to explore telehealth technologies—such as video conferencing tools and Smartphone apps—to…

Peritonitis (PTN) remains a significant cause for peritoneal dialysis (PD) technique failure in the United States and around the world. The causes of PTN demonstrate…

The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) went into effect January 1, 2017. MACRA determines reimbursement for physicians receiving Medicare Part B…