Emergency Preparedness
When Mother Nature decides to throw a life curve ball, being be prepared is essential for those unexpected disasters that can disrupt care. We’ve compiled Disaster and Emergency Preparedness resources and tools that can help patients, caregivers and providers plan for those unexpected events.
Patient Resources
Download: Extreme Heat Safety Tips
- Preparing for Emergencies: A Guide for People on Dialysis
- Preparing for Emergencies: A Guide for People on Dialysis (Spanish)
- In Case of Emergency Checklist
- Drink Safe Water
- 3-Day Emergency Diet
- Planning for Natural Disasters and Other Types of Emergencies: A Guide For Dialysis Facilities (NKF)
- Planning for Emergencies – A Guide for People with Kidney Disease | National Kidney Foundation
Patient Hotlines
- DaVita: 800.400.8331
- Fresenius: 800.626.1297
- DCI: 866.424.1990
- DCI Donor Hotline/Transient Patients: 800.969.4438
- Innovative Renal: 888.880.6867
- SAMHSA – Disaster Distress Helpline: 800.985.5990
- US Renal Care: 866.671.8772
- Veteran Disaster Relief Hotline Number: 800-507-4571
Provider Resources
- CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule
- Emergency Preparedness for Dialysis Care Facilities: A Guide for Chronic Dialysis Facilities
- Planning for Natural Disasters and Other Types of Emergencies: A Guide for Dialysis Facilities (NKF)
- Healthcare-associated Infections
- Dialysis Emergency Takeoff Guide
- CLAS Crisis Communication
Download: ESRD Emergency Drill Toolkit
Download: PE Toolkit: Be Prepared
Download: Facility Disaster Plan Checklist
Download: Emergency Facility Reporting Document
Federal and State Resources
Ready America
Ready America is a national public service campaign designed to educate and empower Americans to prepare for and respond to emergencies including natural and man-made disasters. Visit the Ready America website for national, local and children’s resources.
A Spanish language version of this site is available. Other languages are also available on this page.
Alerts and Recalls
Liquid Bicarbonate Concentrate Recall: Nipro Removes MedicaLyte Liquid Bicarbonate Concentrate due to Contamination
Nipro Removes MedicaLyte Liquid Bicarbonate Concentrate due to Contamination This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type.
FDA MedWatch: Implantable Port Recall
FDA MedWatch: Implantable Port Recall Smiths Medical Removes ProPort Plastic Implantable Ports Due to Manufacturing Error that May Cause Separation This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or
Disruptions in Availability of Hemodialysis Bloodlines – Letter to Health Care Providers
FDA MedWatch—Updates to Medical Device Shortage List: Disruptions in Availability of Hemodialysis Bloodlines - Letter to Health Care Providers The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is aware that the
Early Alert: Infusion Pump Issue from Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Early Alert: Infusion Pump Issue from Baxter Healthcare Corporation Affected Product The FDA is aware that Baxter Healthcare Corporation has issued a letter to affected customers recommending certain Spectrum