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Refer a Patient to NorthStar Vascular Surgery Center of Texas.

Referring a patient to NorthStar Surgery Center of Texas is simple. Just send the clinical information that follows, and our team will promptly coordinate the patient referral process and next steps with your office.

  • Reason for referral
  • Office visit note that reflects the reason for referral
  • Labs (old & new)
  • Imaging pertaining to referral
  • Demographics sheet
  • Insurance information

Please use Leading Reach, or fax referral and supporting documentation to 682-841-1922.

Refer a Patient

FAQ

How do I refer a dialysis patient to NorthStar Vascular?

Nephrologists and dialysis coordinators can refer patients by calling (817) 714-8262, faxing to (682) 841-1922, or emailing [email protected]. Include the patient’s diagnosis, current access status, recent labs, and insurance information. We prioritize rapid scheduling for urgent access needs.

What dialysis access procedures does NorthStar Vascular perform?

We perform AV fistula creation, AV graft placement, dialysis catheter insertion and exchange, peritoneal dialysis catheter placement, fistulograms, angioplasty, thrombectomy, and mediport placement. All procedures are outpatient and performed by board-certified specialists.

Is NorthStar Vascular an accredited surgery center?

Yes. NorthStar Vascular Surgery Center of Texas is QUAD A certified, meeting nationally recognized safety and quality standards for ambulatory surgical facilities. We are the first ASC in Tarrant County dedicated primarily to renal-focused surgery.

Does NorthStar Vascular offer same-day dialysis access procedures?

Yes. Most procedures are completed same-day with no overnight hospital stay required. Patients typically return home within hours of their procedure, minimizing disruption to their dialysis schedule.

Where is NorthStar Vascular located?

NorthStar Vascular Surgery Center of Texas is located at 5901 South Hulen, Fort Worth, Texas 76132, serving the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

What information do referring nephrologists need to include in a referral?

Include the patient’s current access type and status, relevant imaging or fistulogram results, recent labs (BUN, creatinine, GFR), dialysis schedule, insurance information, and any history of access complications or central vein stenosis.
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