TIEDI system enhancement to add PX ID to patient history search results
We appreciate the member feedback that resulted in this improvement.
Upcoming pediatric transplant program component requirements
Transplant programs should become familiar with them in case your surgeons or physicians need additional training or experience in the interim to meet the new requirements.
Policy change: Automatic approval of exception extensions for certain HCC candidates
OPTN Policy 9.3.F (Extensions of HCC Exceptions) was amended on February 5. It will restore automatic approval for exception extension requests for a subset of HCC candidates with treated lesions that fall below the eligibility criteria for an initial exception request.
Transplant coordinator learning series
The new series covers topics specific to transplant clinical coordinators, including job responsibilities, waitlist management, retaining staff, and how to get the best use of UNet reports.
COIIN participants – share your insights at Learning Congress
Cohort A abstract deadline February 6
Change to messaging IP addresses for organ offers
Beginning February 3, you may receive organ offer notification e-mails from different Internet Protocol (IP) addresses.
New form for prior living donor waiting list priority
Most prior living donors receive transplants quickly, so don’t delay taking this important step.
Public comment sought
Strategic plan among proposals
Committee to address geographic aspects of organ distribution
The group will establish guiding principles for the use of geography within OPTN policies.
Enhancements to notifications in DonorNet
Changes were implemented January 10, 2018.