Policy changes: All organs
Three new VCA programs replace GU program
Three new programs have replaced the Vascularized Composite Allograft (VCA) – genitourinary organ (GU) program
Pre-implementation notice: Data collection changes for lung and heart-lung candidates coming
Several data collection changes for lung and heart-lung candidates will be implemented Dec. 13, 2023.
Three new VCA programs to replace GU program
Three new programs will replace the Vascularized Composite Allograft (VCA) – genitourinary organ (GU) program
Find information about OPTN policy and bylaws changes approved at OPTN Board of Directors meetings, including implementation dates and any actions you need to take.
System changes
System notices explain changes to UNetSM
Coming soon: Contact management enhancements
The organ offer contact management utility within DonorNet® will be updated to have a clearer and more concise list of contact device options.
Coming soon: Offer Filters for lung allocation
The Offer Filters tool will become available for lung transplant programs in UNetSM on Jan. 31.
Three new VCA programs replace GU program
Three new programs have replaced the Vascularized Composite Allograft (VCA) – genitourinary organ (GU) program
Liver and intestine
Read more about liver and intestine policy. Or visit toolkits.
Heart and lung
Visit toolkits.
Kidney and pancreas
Read more about kidney and pancreas policy. Or visit toolkits.
VCA
Visit Vascularized Composite Allograft toolkit.
OPTN Board of Directors updates
Stay up to date on the latest news from the OPTN Board of Directors meetings.