In 1982, the DSN was designated by the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) as the provider of long-distance communications service for the DOD.
1 A basic dialysis machine can be purchased in the regions of $15,000; however, this does not include any necessary supplies such as a drip. 2  For example, a NxStage kidney dialysis machine purchased with supplies can cost upwards of $45,000. 3  This does not include the costs of running the machine.
(United States). An average Dialysis Technician in the United States can expect to take home roughly $14.39 per hour. Earnings generally vary between $10.98 per hour and $18.62. The most important factor affecting compensation for this group is residence, followed by years of experience and the individual firm.arnings generally vary between $10.98 per hour and $18.62. The most important factor affecting compensation for this group is residence, followed by years of experience and the individual firm.