Kidney Shield Foundation
“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” - Winston Churchill
As of 2025, approximately 556,548 Americans are undergoing dialysis treatment for kidney failure.
The annual cost for hemodialysis per patient averages $91,795, placing a significant financial burden on individuals and the healthcare system.
Although dialysis patients represent only 1% of the Medicare population, they account for 7% of Medicare's budget, highlighting the disproportionate costs associated with treatment.
While Medicare covers a substantial portion of dialysis costs, patients without insurance or with inadequate coverage often face challenges affording treatment.
Patients undergoing dialysis often face substantial out-of-pocket expenses, especially those without comprehensive insurance coverage, leading to financial hardship.
At the Kidney Shield Foundation, our mission is to ensure that no individual is denied access to life-saving dialysis treatments due to financial hardship. We are dedicated to providing insurance support and financial assistance to underserved communities, empowering patients with kidney failure to receive the care they need. Through advocacy, education, and compassion, we strive to protect the dignity, health, and future of those battling chronic kidney disease..
Our Services
Subsidized Dialysis Insurance Plans
Financial assistance programs to help cover the high costs of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatments.
Rides and Transportation
Road to recovery connects dialysis patients in need of transportation to treatment with medical transportation companies to them there.
Free Healthy Meals & Renal Diet Education
Access to nutritious, kidney-friendly meals and personalized dietary counseling to support patients' health and treatment outcomes.
About Us
Founded in 2025. The Kidney Shield Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to making life-saving dialysis treatment accessible and affordable for all. We provide insurance assistance, nutritional support, transportation services, and educational resources to empower individuals living with kidney disease. Driven by compassion and equity, our mission is to protect patients' health, dignity, and hope—one treatment at a time.
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