End Stage Renal Disease: Rules and Regulations
Background check applications for all users
To prepare for the transition to the new DHS DQA Provider Portal, the Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) will not accept any new background check applications for entity operators, non-client residents, or other required individuals for new or renewing entity license/certification applications, or for rehabilitation review applicants as of November 22, 2025.
DQA will resume accepting background check applications on December 15, 2025, through the DHS DQA Provider Portal. To prepare for this transition and for more information, visit our webpage. Caregiver background checks completed by entities for employees and contractors are not affected by this transition.
Are you a provider for a facility treating end stage renal disease (ESRD)? We're here to help. This page includes rules and regulations for operating an ESRD treatment facility in Wisconsin.
Regulatory information
Select a link to learn more:
- CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) State Operations Manual - Find information for states including the certification process, program activities, and complaint procedures.
- Conditions For Coverage For End-Stage Renal Disease Facilities 42 CFR Part 494 - Find information for facilities providing ESRD services, including operations requirements.
- Conditions for Coverage of Suppliers of End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Services 42 CFR Part 405 Subpart U - Learn more about coverage of suppliers for ESRD services under Medicare, including:
- ESRD Program Interpretive Guidance, S&C 09-01 (PDF) - Find information on updated guidance from CMS on ESRD.
- Medicare State Operations Manual (Appendix H End-Stage Renal Disease Facilities) (PDF) - Find guidance for surveyors.