Ideal candidates typically consist of people who have end-stage kidney disease and are completely dependent on dialysis. Patients who suffer from an advanced form of chronic kidney disease are also considered, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Even if you suffer from chronic kidney disease and also need another organ transplant, you’ll still be considered for a kidney transplant. People who are typically seen as high-risk patients might also be good candidates, according to Temple Health. There is a catch, however: You’ll have to undergo a complete medical evaluation to ensure you are healthy enough to receive and tolerate a new kidney.