If they are not on a waiting list for a cadaver kidney, however, they may need to take time off on short notice, when a kidney becomes available for them. After regaining their strength and returning to work, most transplant patients should be able to resume their regular work schedule. In some cases, medical circumstances may limit employee s ability to do a particular task. For example, if the job involves heavy physical labor, it might be necessary to restructure the job so the employee is using other skills. This will vary according to the individual and the type of job.
Employers can do many things to assist individuals to re-enter or stay in the workplace.
The job description should be clear so both employer and employee understand what is to be performed. Treatment for ESRD is expensive, but the Federal government, through Medicare, helps to pay for much of the cost. Often, private insurance or state programs pay for the balance not covered by Medicare. Most dialysis and kidney transplant patients are eligible for Medicare regardless of their age. Home or self-care dialysis patients are eligible for Medicare the first month of dialysis.