Transitioning patients into dialysis treatment and their adherence to long-term care for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is not without challenges. Without timely and consistent care, patients face a higher risk of fluid overload, heart problems, high potassium levels, hospitalization, and death. Modality, lifestyle and nutritional education and support are important components to keeping patients healthy as long as possible.
Innovative Renal Care isn’t just our name; it encompasses our approach to kidney care. Personalized treatment plans and collaborative relationships with patients and providers help us achieve the best possible outcomes for our dialysis patients. Here are five ways our innovative approach is making a difference:
1. Continuous clinical improvements
Through our Influencing Clinical Outcomes (ICE) program, our teams have real-time visibility into key clinical metrics and the tools they need to drive better results. Every data point represents a person, and every improvement has the potential for more tomorrows for our patients.
2. AI-supported treatment decisions
Our proprietary artificial intelligence platform, InnovAItive, uses deep learning algorithms to identify potential health events, further personalize visits, and drive exceptional clinical outcomes. With real-time insights, the care team can intervene quickly to mitigate the risk of adverse events. As of March 2025, InnovAItive data resulted in a 20% reduction in hospitalizations and an 8% overall improvement in all key health metrics.
3. Streamlined admissions & improved access
Timely access to dialysis care is critical. Our teams work tirelessly to deliver streamlined admissions, day-of-discharge dialysis, assistance for underinsured or uninsured patients, and acceptance of complex cases. We also have a team dedicated to helping patients navigate insurance and Medicare coverage. Additionally, we offer all modalities of dialysis to patients, such as peritoneal and home hemodialysis to accommodate those who prefer or need to receive care outside of a center.
4. Building stellar care teams
Our people are what makes us exceptional. With a strong track record of staff retention and longevity, we attract and retain top talent by fostering a culture of appreciation, respect, and support. Our teams are aligned with our purpose of delivering more tomorrows, and they are empowered to help patients thrive.
5. Commitment to patient-centered care
We understand that no two patients—or partners—are the same. That is why we take a nimble and flexible approach to kidney care with personalized treatment plans. This includes ongoing patient education, patient-specific dietary guidance, attention to unique treatment requirements, and more. This tailored approach helps us deliver a 5-Star Patient Experience that drives consistently high satisfaction—14% higher than with other large dialysis organizations.*
Nephrologists and their patients can count on the teams at Innovative Renal Care to continually look for and implement new ways to elevate kidney care. Our focus is always to drive better outcomes, leading to healthier patients with optimal quality of life, and ultimately, delivering more tomorrows for our patients, their families, and friends.
*Based on Spring 2023-Jan 2024 performance
