Yes. While dialysis and care team appointments may look a little different during this time, it’s important that you continue your treatment as directed by your doctor or care team. In-center dialysis If you receive in-center dialysis, you will be asked to wear a surgical mask for your entire visit, as well as have your temperature taken when you arrive. Your care team will also ask you to wash your hands when entering and leaving the center. Every dialysis center is being cleaned and disinfected, according to the recommended CDC guidelines, and chairs have been placed 6 feet apart to ensure proper social distancing. We are also asking that all non-essential visitors remain outside the center to protect the health and safety of people receiving treatment, our care teams, and the community. Home dialysis During a home visit, your care team member will wear personal protective equipment and perform proper hand hygiene upon entering and before leaving your home. You and your family will be required to wear a mask during the visit as well. Your home therapy supplies will be delivered as usual. We have the inventory to meet current demands, and we are limiting quantities of some items in order to continue to be able to supply those products to people who need them on an ongoing basis. Telehealth In order to further limit the spread of the virus, your care team may recommend telehealth as an alternative to in-person appointments or check-ins. Telehealth, or virtual visits, are meetings with your doctor or care team that are done over a computer, smart phone, or tablet. The goal of these telehealth visits is to give you the same quality care that you would receive during an in-person visit. If you have any questions about how you will receive care, please reach out to your care team and we will be happy to provide more information.