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Senator Blumenthal Demands FTC Action on Dialysis Duopoly

12/9/2025

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Senator Richard Blumenthal sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission urging disclosure of findings from an investigation into the dialysis industry.
Fresenius Medical Care and DaVita control nearly 75% of U.S. dialysis clinics.
Critics say the duopoly compromises care.
Independent research links acquisitions to fewer transplant referrals and higher patient risks.
The Federal Trade Commission is currently investigating these concerns.

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Story summary

Senator Richard Blumenthal sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission urging disclosure of findings from an investigation into the dialysis industry.
Fresenius Medical Care and DaVita control nearly 75% of U.S. dialysis clinics.
Critics say the duopoly compromises care.
Independent research links acquisitions to fewer transplant referrals and higher patient risks.
The Federal Trade Commission is currently investigating these concerns.