Establishing a Successful Home Dialysis Program
- 1 December 2005
- journal article
- Published by S. Karger AG in Blood Purification
- Vol. 24 (1) , 22-27
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000089432
Abstract
The renewed interest in home dialysis therapies makes it pertinent to address the essentials of establishing and running a successful home dialysis program. The success of a home program depends on a clear understanding of the structure of the home program team, the physical plant, educational tool requirements, reimbursement sources and a business plan. A good command of the technical and economic aspects is important, but the primary drivers for the creation and growth of a home dialysis program are the confidence and commitment of the nephrological team.Keywords
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