KHARES works with the 18 ESRD Networks to communicate and support CMS’s vision of quality ESRD care across the nation. In collaboration with the ESRD Networks we support both ESRD providers and stakeholders in improving the quality of life for all those living with kidney disease. Listed here are the organizations we support in both the Provider and Stakeholder Community.
Our Provider Community
- Outpatient ESRD Dialysis and Home Facilities
- Transplant Centers
- Nursing Home Dialysis Providers
- Hospital Dialysis Centers
Our Stakeholder Community
- Government Agencies
- Community Organizations
- Healthcare Partners
- Advocacy Organizations
- Industry Partners
Upcoming Calls
Community of Practice Calls (COP) – KHARES offers a monthly COP Call to bring together ESRD Providers, stakeholders, patients, and caregivers to share best practices and lessons learned in an effort to learn how to improve outcomes for those living with kidney disease. Recordings from our last three calls are listed below. See our resource library for all the calls we have offered.
Quarterly Town Halls – To share important CMS announcements and updates we host a quarterly Town Hall Meeting.
Educational Resources
- Quality Improvement Change Packets – These packets were created by the NCC but still apply to our work. Watch for future updates and new releases
- A Change Package to Increase Vaccinations
- A Change Package to Increase Home Dialysis Use
- A Change Package to Increase Kidney Transplantation
- A Change Package to Reduce Hospitalizations
Get Involved
We need you to become part of our community of practice. Learn how you can below:
How do I/we get engaged?
- Volunteer to present on a national call. Contact us with your presentation details at KHARES@ipro.org
- Post the Community of Practice and Townhall call flyers within your organization and on your social media
- Share flyers with your ESRD community partners, patients and patients’ family members