173 Medicare-certified dialysis centers serve Alabama, averaging 2.72 stars (national average 2.87). Pick a city, or search by ZIP for the closest centers.
Patient deaths (risk-adjusted rate) (lower is better)
24.1
22.2
Hospital admissions (risk-adjusted rate) (lower is better)
136.7
148
Readmitted within 30 days of a hospital stay (lower is better)
25.3%
27.2%
Bloodstream infections (ratio to expected) (lower is better)
0.35
1
Patients dialyzing through an AV fistula
51.7%
57.1%
Patients with a long-term catheter (90+ days) (lower is better)
13.6%
19%
Patients on the kidney transplant waitlist
11.7%
16.5%
Patient rating of the center (ICH-CAHPS, 0–100)
86
88
Centers offering peritoneal dialysis
40%
54%
Centers offering home hemodialysis training
28%
32%
Who runs dialysis centers in Alabama
Operator
Centers
Share
Fresenius Medical Care
93
54%
DaVita
59
34%
Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
15
9%
Other small chain
4
2%
Independent
2
1%
Frequently asked questions
How many dialysis centers are in Alabama?
There are 173 Medicare-certified dialysis centers in Alabama across 83 cities, with 2,877 dialysis stations in total, according to the latest CMS data (2026-09-29).
Which dialysis centers in Alabama are rated highest?
Based on our score, the top-rated dialysis centers in Alabama are FKC Florence (Florence), FMC Dadeville (Dadeville), FMC Trussville (Birmingham). See the full Alabama ranking.
How does Alabama compare to the national average?
Alabama dialysis centers average 2.72 stars versus 2.87 nationally, and 17% of rated centers have 4 or 5 stars (national: 25%).
Who owns the dialysis centers in Alabama?
Fresenius Medical Care (93), DaVita (59), Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (15). 10% of Alabama centers are non-profit, compared with 10% nationally.