Your cost depends on insurance, Medicare or Medicaid eligibility, deductibles, and the treatment setting. Ask the clinic's financial counselor and your insurer for an estimate before starting or transferring care.
How long does an in-center dialysis treatment take?
A standard in-center hemodialysis session commonly takes about three to five hours, usually several times per week. Confirm the exact schedule with the clinic.
What should I compare when choosing a dialysis clinic?
Compare treatment types, available days and shifts, home-dialysis training, travel support, transportation options, distance, and whether the clinic can accommodate your insurance and medical needs.
What should I do if I miss a dialysis treatment or have an emergency?
Call your dialysis clinic immediately if you miss or may miss a treatment so the care team can advise you. For severe shortness of breath, chest pain, fainting, or other life-threatening symptoms, call 911 or go to an emergency department.