NHSN Set-up (required before beginning reporting)
Set-up
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 Step: 12 minutes
Report
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.
FAQs Regarding CDA Import For NHSN Reporting [PDF - 181 KB] December 2011.
Report to NHSN
Access NHSN reporting at https://sdn.cdc.gov.
Start entering events for the modules selected in monthly reporting plan.
Reporting Resources
Go to the Tracking Infections in Outpatient Dialysis Facilities for more reporting resources.
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Contact NHSN:
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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 - General NHSN info nhsn@cdc.gov
