policy
Policy changes and monitoring
Policy changes: All organs
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.
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
Two new data elements added to Center STAR files
Users should adjust any automated process used to import these files.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) will open for UNet on March 7
In a continuous effort to strengthen UNet security, multi-factor authentication (MFA) will open for all UNet users on March 7. You will have approximately one month to enable MFA.
End of TransNet support for Android devices in 2023
Beginning June 30, 2023, TransNet will no longer be supported on Android devices. All TransNet users should use Apple iOS devices to package and label organs.
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.