1

Kidney damage without symptoms

90 or above

• Your doctor will try to find the cause of your kidney disease and may begin treatment.
• Manage other health problems, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
• See your doctor regularly to monitor your condition.

2

Mild decline in kidney function

60–89

• Your doctor will estimate how quickly your disease is progressing.
• Manage other health problems, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
• Continue regular monitoring.

3a

Moderate decline in kidney function

45–59

• In stages 3a and 3b, your doctor may check for complications, such as anemia and bone disease, and begin treatment if needed.
• Continue monitoring.

3b

Moderate to severe decline in kidney function

30-44

• In stages 3a and 3b, your doctor may check for complications, such as anemia and bone disease, and begin treatment if needed.
• Continue monitoring.

4

Severe decline in kidney function

15–29

• Decide what type of treatment you want if kidney failure develops.
• Continue treatment and monitoring.

5

Kidney failure

Below 15

• Start dialysis, have a kidney transplant, or choose palliative care.
• Continue to see your doctor for treatment and testing.