Table 2:

Checklist to consider when building a cardiorenal clinic.

Mandatory
1. Cardiology and nephrology hospitalization wards
2. Availability of kidney replacement therapy
3. Hospital-day setting with a dedicated space for ambulatory parenteral treatment administration (i.e. diuretics, intravenous iron) and managing KRT-derived procedures and complications
4. Readily accessible laboratory monitoring
5. Clinic appointment structure
6. Ultrasound equipment and bioimpedance monitor system
7. Clinical practice protocols
Optional
8. Educational materials and resources for patients and caregivers
9. Virtual visit infrastructure
10. Build or join a research network