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.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.