Advocates for Kidney Patients The American Kidney Fund advocates for the policies to improve the health of millions of Americans and their families who are suffering from, or are at risk of developing kidney disease. You can be an Advocate too! Join AKF’s Advocacy Network

Let CMS Know that Proposed Rule on ESRD Payment System Will Hurt Patients!

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released its proposed rule on changes to the ESRD Payment System which will require Medicare to combine (or “bundle”) dialysis patient services and drugs into one payment. The American Kidney Fund is concerned about how this rule will impact dialysis patients. Read More

Health Reform Principles

The American Kidney Fund believes that the goal of health care reform should be to assure that all Americans, including those with chronic illnesses and disabilities, have access to optimal care that meets their needs and improves their quality of life. Read More

Other Legislation of Interest

On July 15, 2008 the U.S. House and Senate voted to enact H.R. 6331, The Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act. Read More