Much
of the information that is included here is specifically intended for
the nephrology professionals who provide renal care in the Network #17
region. Because the mission of Network #17 is to facilitate the improvement of quality of care provided to ESRD patients, a large portion of this is devoted to quality improvement. For instance, there is extensive information pertaining to the quality improvement project "Fistula First."
You will also find materials regarding data collection activities including the use of 2728, 2746, and NPAR forms that are collected by Network #17 as part of its
contract with CMS.
In
case of emergencies such as natural disasters we encourage providers
to see the Disaster Preparedness page and to review the CMS Publication Emergency
Preparedness for Dialysis Facilities (pdf
- 143 pgs).
For
additional information regarding renal disease, its management and care,
and the various programs which serve the renal community we encourage
you to visit our links to related sites.