Pre-implementation notice: Clarification of multi-organ allocation policy
Changes in DonorNet effective Feb. 10.
Candidate data reporting policy action reinstated due to COVID-19 impact
Effective immediately, OPTN Policy 1.4.F has been reinstated, addressing data submission requirements for transplant candidates in cases where data collection is affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
COVID-19 update: Jan. 11, 2022
OPTN Policy 1.4.F has been reinstated, which authorizes transplant programs, as needed, to “carry forward” the most recent clinical data available when obtaining updated data is not feasible due to effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
OPTN Board adopts new transplant program performance metrics
New standards will assess pre-transplant and post-transplant outcomes.
New lung allocation policy approved
Unanimous approval reflects broad support and participation.
Changes made to liver Status 1A and 1B justification forms
Updates follow a quality assurance review