Improving care and reducing costs for patients with end-stage renal disease on dialysis
Official title: Primary care involvement in End Stage Renal Disease Seamless Care Organizations (ESCOs) and the quality and costs of care for patients on chronic dialysis
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10767240 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how having primary care doctors work more closely with patients on dialysis for kidney failure can lead to better health and lower healthcare costs, helping to find the best ways to support these patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2020 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $399,999 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HS026908-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10767240 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with end-stage renal disease who are currently receiving chronic dialysis treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not on chronic dialysis or do not have end-stage renal disease may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how involving primary care physicians in the care of patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on chronic dialysis can improve the quality and reduce the costs of their healthcare. The study focuses on ESRD Seamless Care Organizations (ESCOs), which are specialized groups that manage the care of these patients. By analyzing the performance of different ESCOs, the research aims to identify best practices and understand the factors that contribute to successful patient outcomes and cost savings. Patients may benefit from improved coordination of care and better management of their overall health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced quality of care and reduced healthcare costs for patients with end-stage renal disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research on accountable care organizations has shown promising results in reducing costs and improving care, suggesting that this approach may be effective for ESRD patients as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shahinian, Vahakn B — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Shahinian, Vahakn B
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.