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Kidney Transplant Programs Must Complete Attestations by January 3 for eGFR Waiting Time Modifications
As of Dec. 19, 2023, the OPTN has completed 14,211 waiting time modifications.
An important message from the MPSC on the upcoming eGFR waiting time modifications deadline and other updates
The Membership and Professional Standards Committee shares opportunities for improvement with OPTN members.
Adjustment made to CPRA calculation for certain candidates
The Calculated Panel Reactive Antibody (CPRA) calculation within the OPTN computer system has been adjusted for transplant candidates with certain HLA antigens listed, in order to align with OPTN Policy 4.6.
OPTN Board of Directors Releases Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center from Member Not in Good Standing
The hospital has instituted a number of quality improvements.
An Important Message from the OPTN Board President on the Implementation of Waiting Time Adjustments for Kidney Transplant Candidates Affected by the Use of eGFR Race-Based Calculations
Programs can submit attestation documentation prior to Jan. 3, 2024
Correction Made to Automated Approval Process for Certain HCC Exception Candidates
Currently listed candidates affected by the change may keep their exception score until it is scheduled to expire.
Early Monitoring Report Shows Black Kidney Candidates Are Receiving Waiting Time Modifications After Implementation of New Policies
A new data monitoring report shows key measures of two kidney policies at six-months and one-year post implementation.
Lung Transplants Continue to Increase Six Months Post-Implementation of New Lung Policy
Lung-alone transplants have increased by 11.2 percent.
One-Year Monitoring Report Available for Heart Recall Exception Status Policy
The OPTN Heart Transplantation Committee's policy prioritizes patient safety by addressing candidates with recalled implanted heart devices.
Research Presented at 2023 American Public Health Association Annual Meeting
Meeting held Nov. 12-15.