Center code required for OPTN label orders
Beginning Jan. 1, 2020, an OPTN center code will be required before an organ transport label order can be placed or fulfilled. UNOS-branded organ labels will no longer be valid after Dec. 31, 2019.
RUM report tool expanded to include pancreas data
The addition of pancreas data was based on community feedback. UNOS researchers continue to develop new tools to assist members in their work to increase transplants.
Improving our technology infrastructure
UNOS CEO Brian Shepard responds to the Department of Health and Human Services’ announcement that it will issue a request for information.
Kidney and pancreas allocation proposals modified
The OPTN Kidney Transplantation and Pancreas Transplantation Committees, following consideration of extensive public comment, will advance updated allocation proposals to the OPTN Board of Directors for consideration at its December 3 meeting.
KPD system priority points updated
We plan to make changes to the KPD system to improve the way it prioritizes candidate-donor matches, especially for hard-to-match pairs.
Advanced TransNet training for OPOs coming in 2020
Are you adept at using the TransNet application but want to learn more? Attend UNOS’ free onsite training, Dec. 11-12, 2019, and become a super user.
Committees to review kidney and pancreas proposals
Thank you to everyone who submitted public comment on the OPTN Kidney Transplantation and Pancreas Transplantation Committees’ proposals to remove Donation Service Area (DSA) and OPTN Regional boundaries from allocation policies.
Why reporters should visit their local organ procurement organization
Why reporters should visit organ procurement organizations. A call to action from Alexandra K. Glazier, President and CEO of New England Donor Services
Extra Vessels changes
We are making numerous changes related to Extra Vessels beginning this summer. Be aware of these changes so you can take appropriate action.
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