The mission of Network 7 includes helping dialysis and transplant facilities to improve the level of care provided to patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD). We accomplish this through providing:
- Education
- Resources
- Technical assistance
We are also involved in the collection and validation of information about persons with ESRD. This information is collected through a variety of means including:
- CROWNWeb
- The National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN)
Please review the topics provided on this website for more in-depth information. If you cannot find the resources you seek online, please contact our office.
Involuntary Discharge (IVD)
Addressing Abusive Behaviors in the Dialysis Center
This document looks at some of the specific underlying causes of conflict that could possibly lead to abusive behaviors and methods for overcoming them.
Can You Ever Be Discharged from Dialysis?
This document designed for use with patients outlines the situations in which a patient can be involuntarily discharged from his or her dialysis facility.
Lines of Communication
Dialysis Schedules: Tips for Patients and Staff
Scheduling issues are a common source of frustration for dialysis patients and staff.This document addresses what you can do to help keep your dialysis schedule running as on time as possible.
Dialysis Schedules: Tips for Patients and Staff (Spanish)
Scheduling issues are a common source of frustration for dialysis patients and staff.This document addresses what you can do to help keep your dialysis schedule running as on time as possible.
Quality Improvement (QI)
Conditions for Coverage
The Survey and Certification Program certifies ESRD facilities for inclusion in the Medicare Program. This page includes links to applicable laws and regulations, and provides resources to support and assess compliance with Federal regulations.
The Roles of Network 7 and the State Survey Agency (SA) in Monitoring Dialysis Care for Florida
This document explains the roles of the Network and the Sate Survey Agency in monitoring care for Florida kidney disease patients.
Blood Stream Infection (BSI) Toolkit
Toolkit Introduction and Instructions
This is the introduction and instruction section of the BSI Toolkit.
ESRD QIP, Dialysis Facility Compare, Star Ratings, and Dialysis Facility Reports
Changes to the ESRD Quality Incentive Program (QIP) and 2017 ESRD Payment Bundle
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a Final Rule on October 28, 2016 that made changes to the ESRD QIP, beginning with payment years (PYs) 2019 and 2020. The Final Rule also updated payment policies and rates for the ESRD Prospective Payment System (PPS) for 2017.
CMS Announces Extension of the First Quarter 2017 National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Reporting Deadline
CMS Announces Extension of the First Quarter 2017 National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Reporting Deadline for the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Quality Incentive Program (QIP) Reporting- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) would like to announce an extension of the 2017...
Data Management and Reports
2016 Annual Report
The 2016 ESRD Network Annual Report covers activities conducted during the 2016 calendar year, including a focus on quality improvement and patient-centered care initiatives.
2015 Annual Report
The 2015 ESRD Network Annual Report covers activities conducted during the 2015 calendar year, including a focus on quality improvement and patient-centered care initiatives.
Stakeholder Organizations
American Kidney Fund
The American Kidney Fund is dedicated to ensuring that every kidney patient has access to health care, and that every person at risk for kidney disease is empowered to prevent it. The site offers patient programs, kidney disease education, and professional education.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
CDC works 24/7 to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.
Advance Care Planning
Curriculum Guide for Advance Care Planning
This curriculum is designed to assist facility staff in having advance care planning discussions with patients.
Planning Today for Tomorrow's Healthcare: A Guide for People with Chronic Kidney Disease
This brochure will provide details on how to have control over your healthcare in the event that you cannot speak for yourself.
New Facility Information
ICH CAHPS
Patients Decide QIA
This page contains English and Spanish language resources about peritoneal dialysis shared by facilities, Network PACs, and other key players in our ICH CAHPS Quality Improvement Activity.
Annual Forums
Network Resources
POSTER/FLYER: PAC Kidney Month
Network 7 Celebrates March as World Kidney Month! Show you facility's support of March as World Kidney Month by printing and hanging this 11" x 17" poster (PDF) and/or 8.5" x 11" flyer (PDF) that was developed by Network 7's Patient Advisory Committee.
POSTER: Respect in the Facility
This 11 x 17 inch poster can be displayed at facilities to gently remind patients and staff of some simple etiquette that can encourage a calm and soothing environment.
Provider Newsletters
Quarter 3 2020 Provider Newsletter
The Quarter 3 newsletter provides important information on COVID-19 response, the role of the Network, Medicare Part D, patient participation in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI), smoking cessation, diabetic foot checks, flu and pneumococcal vaccinations, data management, ESRD...
Quarter 2 2020 Provider Newsletter
The Quarter 2 newsletter provides important information on COVID-19 response, preparing for all hazards emergencies, fluid management, engaging patients via virtual options, data management, and ESRD Quality Incentive Program updates.
Vascular Access/LTC Reduction Tools
WANTED: Permanent Access Angels
This document tells patients about how they can help other patients by sharing their experiences with getting, using, and maintaining their permanent access.
Checklist for Staying on the Road to a Permanent Access
This checklist is designed for patients to use to monitor their progress towards the placement and use of a permanent access.
Reducing Adverse Drug Events (ADEs)
Reducing ADE Tip Sheet - Florida
This one-pager provides an overview of the occurrence of ADEs in Florida and provides tips for providers to better assess risk and prevent ADEs.
Prescriber Quick Tips: Anticoagulants
This tool provides tips to reduce adverse drug events with anticoagulant use.
Infection Prevention
Let's Talk: Starting the Conversation to Prevent HAIs
Preventing infections is important for patient safety. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) wants dialysis patients and dialysis centers to start a conversation about preventing infections. Family members can also start the conversation. We hope this guide can be a starting point to improve awareness about patient safety issues.
Making Dialysis Safer for Patients Coalition
The Making Dialysis Safer for Patients Coalition is a partnership of healthcare-related organizations, patient advocacy organizations, industry partners, and other public health partners that span the dialysis spectrum.
The Coalition aims to prevent bloodstream infections (BSIs) in hemodialysis patients, and increase the use and visibility of CDC evidence based practices.
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