Updated Median MELD at Transplant scores take effect Sept. 23
Calculations are updated twice each year.
VCA programs to reapply to OPTN ahead of upcoming changes to bylaws and policy
Programs to have 120 days to submit applications, application release date being finalized.
Special public comment period begins Aug. 31 for proposed COVID-related lung diagnoses
To help track future transplant candidates, the OPTN Lung Transplantation Committee proposes to establish diagnoses for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and pulmonary fibrosis relating to COVID-19.
NLRB HCC extension automatic approval to take effect Sept. 10
On Sept. 10, an NLRB enhancement will allow automatic system approval of an exception extension request for any candidate meeting standardized criteria for hepatocellular carcinoma.
Policy implementation notice: National Liver Review Board enhancements effective August 4
Review these NLRB enhancements, implemented on Aug. 4, to determine any impact on your clinical practice.
Public comment open from Aug. 4 through Oct.1
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