Chronic Kidney Disease

Goal

Reduce new cases of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its complications, disability, death, and economic costs.

Overview

CKD and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) are significant public health problems in the United States and a major source of suffering and poor quality of life for those afflicted. They are responsible for premature death and exact a high economic price from both the private and public sectors.

Why is Chronic Kidney Disease Important?

Meeting the Healthy People 2020 objectives for CKD may lead to:

• A reduction in the kidney disease burden
• Longer lives and improved quality of life for people with CKD
• Elimination of disparities among kidney disease patients

CKD and ESRD are very costly to treat. Nearly 25 percent of the Medicare budget is used to treat people with CKD and ESRD.¹

Additional Resources

HP2020's National Objectives for Chronic Kidney Disease

References

1. Friedman EA, Friedman AL. Payment for donor kidneys: Pros and cons. Review. Kidney Int. 2006;69(6):960-2.

Objectives

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