FMC - Mercy
95 University Ste. 11, DES MOINES, IA 50314
Worth a closer look before you decide
These figures come straight from CMS. They are flags to ask about, not a verdict — read the full detail below.
2★ care at below-average cost — needs review
Score = 60% quality + 40% relative cost within category
Quality & Operations
CMS-reported performance scores and facility details
- Total performance score
- 53
- Five-star dimension score
- Not yet reported by CMS
- Chain organization
- Fresenius Medical Care
- Profit / non-profit
- Profit
What CMS measures show
Reported by CMS for this provider — compare against others nearby before deciding
Patient outcomes
How patients at this center fared compared with expectations
- Patient survival(363 patients)
- 28.1%
- Hospitalization rateLower is better.(88 patients)
- 120.6
- Hospital readmission rateLower is better.(56 patients)
- 23.7
- Emergency department visitsLower is better.(35 patients)
- 1.64
Treatment and access
- Patients using a fistula for access(108 patients)
- 52%
- Patients with a long-term catheterLower is better.(108 patients)
- 31%
- Patients waitlisted for a kidney transplant(102 patients)
- 5.9%
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What to look for
Which numbers matter most when choosing — in plain language
- The CMS star rating summarizes clinical performance across the center's patients.
- The total-performance and five-star dimension scores reflect outcomes like infection control and adequate dialysis.
- Ask about scheduling, transportation, and how the center handles emergencies.
Questions to ask
Bring these to a tour, call, or appointment
Questions to ask — FMC - Mercy
Dialysis center · checklist from CareLens (CMS Care Compare data)
- What are your infection rates and how do you prevent access infections?
- What appointment times are available, and how flexible is scheduling?
- How do you handle missed treatments or medical emergencies during dialysis?
- What is the staff-to-patient ratio during my treatment times?
- Is the center in my insurance network, and what will I pay?
Related data
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Source: CMS Care Compare · data current as of June 2025.