Innovative Renal Care Springfield Dialysis Center

01/12/2026

Insurance Enrollment Alert: Between January 1 and March 31, Medicare has two different enrollment periods. Which one applies depends on your coverage.

If you are already enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan and want to make a change, Medicare explains the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period and what changes are allowed.
https://www.medicare.gov/basics/get-started-with-medicare/get-more-coverage/joining-a-plan

If you are not enrolled in Medicare and missed signing up when first eligible, Medicare explains the General Enrollment Period and when coverage starts.
https://www.medicare.gov/basics/get-started-with-medicare/sign-up/when-does-medicare-coverage-start

For further information on Medicare opportunities, contact your clinic social worker. For billing questions or to make changes to your insurance coverage, call (855) 232-4011

The date your coverage starts depends on which month you sign up during your Initial Enrollment Period. Coverage always starts on the first of the month.

01/09/2026

Sodium affects more than food choices when you're on dialysis. It can increase thirst, make fluid control harder between treatments, and contribute to discomfort during sessions. The National Kidney Foundation explains how sodium fits into a hemodialysis eating plan and why small, easy to manage choices can have a big impact over time.

Diet is a key part of your hemodialysis treatment. You may need to limit fluids and change your intake of some foods and condiments.

01/06/2026

Feeling comfortable and confident in your home dialysis routine often starts with the space around you. Caring for your treatment area and access site can help support your health and bring greater peace of mind at home. Infection prevention plays an important role in that care, and the National Kidney Foundation shares practical guidance to help you reduce infection risk with home hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.

Learn about home dialysis, the different treatment types, the possible benefits and downsides of home dialysis, and how to decide if home dialysis is right for you.

01/01/2026

As the new year begins, we want to thank our patients for the trust you place in our care teams. We are grateful for the opportunity to support your care in the year ahead and to continue delivering more tomorrows to our patients, their families, and friends.

At Innovative Renal Care, we treat patients and their families with the utmost respect and empathy. We understand that dialysis becomes a major part of daily life, and we aim to make that time as supportive as possible. Our clinical team is committed to building a better future for kidney care, deli...

12/31/2025

We wish all our patients and dedicated IRC team members a happy, healthy, and safe start to 2026. Thank you for the continued trust, care, and compassion that allow us to deliver more tomorrows.

12/26/2025

Kwanzaa honors community, reflection, and the strength found in shared traditions. For everyone celebrating, we hope each day of the holiday brings moments of connection and meaning with the people who matter most.

12/25/2025

From all of us at Innovative Renal Care, we wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas.

12/24/2025

Our clinics will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. If you have questions about scheduling or upcoming treatments, please contact your care team directly by phone. You can find Innovative Renal Care Springfield Dialysis Center’s phone number here: https://innovativerenal.com/patient/clinic-locator/

This page is not monitored 24/7. If you need emergency assistance, dial 911 immediately.

12/23/2025

The holidays are the perfect moment to reflect on the trust you place in our teams. We are grateful for every patient and every family who walks through our doors, and for the chance to deliver more tomorrows through 5 star patient-centered care. Wishing you a season of peace and possibility, and a new year filled with comfort and hope.

12/21/2025

Some puzzles take patience. Others take a good guess and a lucky letter. National Crossword Puzzle Day is for anyone who enjoys the moment when a grid finally clicks into place. If wordplay is your thing, today is the perfect excuse to tackle a fresh puzzle and claim a small

12/19/2025

National Ugly Sweater Day proves that fashion is temporary but questionable knitwear is forever. If you have a kooky sweater that makes noise, sheds tinsel, or is so bright it frightens small animals, today is your day to wear it proudly!

12/18/2025

They say everyone has a look-alike out in the world. National Twin Day is a playful nod to those moments when someone swears they have seen you before or insists you have a double living somewhere nearby.
Its the day for the “you look just like my cousin” conversations and accidental matching outfits. Little coincidences like these remind us that familiar faces sometimes appear in the most unexpected places.