New conversation guide, policy efforts and more
At the Coalition for Kidney Supportive Care, our mission is to turn world-class clinical research into practical tools and impactful policy.
Read the latest from the Coalition, and join us in Denver this October!
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New Conversation Guide for Patients |
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For those considering Active Medical Care without Dialysis (also known as Conservative Management) as a treatment pathway for their kidney disease, you may have questions for your clinical team about what to expect.
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Created in partnership with patient advisors, this conversation guide helps you have an open and honest conversation with you doctors, nurses and loved ones while ensuring your healthcare plan aligns with you personal wishes.
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Coalition Comments on Proposed CMS Rule |
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The Coalition submitted formal comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding their proposed rule on payments for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) care (CMS-1846-P). In the proposed rule, CMS acknowledges palliative dialysis and notes that seriously ill patients deserve tailored, goal-concordant options. The Coalition's comments focused on how to address payment and measurement barriers to ensure adoption of these important aspects of kidney supportive care.
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Executive Committee Updates |
We'd like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Nancy Armistead, who will be stepping back from her role on the Executive Committee. As a founding member of the Coalition, Nancy has been an extraordinary advocate for kidney supportive care for decades. We would not be here without Nancy's efforts.
We'd also like to welcome Fahad Saeed, MBBS and Kate Sciacca, AGACNP-BC to the Executive Committee!
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Dr. Saeed joins us from the University of Rochester, where he is a leading researcher and practitioner of geriatric and palliative care in nephrology patients.
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Kate Sciacca established and helped grow the KidneyPal program at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She is now Director of Palliative Care with DaVita Integrated Kidney Care.
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