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NHSN Set-up (required before beginning reporting)

Set-up

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Log in to SDN using your challenge phrase (password) and select 'NHSN Reporting.' Add the 'outpatient hemodialysis clinic' location, choosing your own code and label. Note: Bedsize is equal to the number of dialysis stations.

While in NHSN, add monthly Reporting Plans for all months during which you will submit data.

Tip: Set-up is a good time to add other users to assist with reporting.

Time to complete Set-up: 12 minutes

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Report

NHSN dialysis event form

Refer to the Dialysis Event Protocol [PDF - 342 KB] to ensure accurate reporting.

Once all preceding steps are completed, you are ready to complete your monthly forms (Denominators for Outpatient Dialysis and Dialysis Event).

Please see frequently asked questions about dialysis event reporting.

 
Contact NHSN:
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    National Healthcare Safety Network
    MS-A24
    1600 Clifton Rd
    Atlanta, GA 30333
  • 800-CDC-INFO
    (800-232-4636)
    TTY: (888) 232-6348
  • New Hours of Operation
    8am-8pm ET/Monday-Friday
    Closed Holidays
  • nhsn@cdc.gov

More contact info


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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention   1600 Clifton Rd. Atlanta, GA 30333, USA
800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636) TTY: (888) 232-6348 - cdcinfo@cdc.gov
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