Key Facts

• The plan was launched by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under President Donald Trump.
• It targets structural problems in kidney disease care, such as how services are paid for and delivered.
• The goal is to reduce costs and improve the quality of treatment for people with kidney disease.
• The plan encourages earlier diagnosis and better management of kidney health.
• It aims to increase access to home dialysis and kidney transplants.
• The initiative focuses on patient-centered care, meaning treatment tailored to individual needs.
• It plans to involve different healthcare providers working together for better outcomes.
• The Kidney Care National Plan is part of broader healthcare reforms by the Trump administration.