Attn: Organ Procurement Organizations
CMS issues QSO-24-04-OPO - Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) Conditions for Coverage – Definition Clarification
The Division of Quality Assurance is sending this message as part of our Commitment to Collaboration, Innovation and Quality.
On January 18, 2024, CMS issued QSO-24-04-[OPO] providing information regarding Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) Conditions for Coverage – Definition Clarification
Memorandum Summary
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Donor Definition: CMS is clarifying the definition of “donor” in the Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) Conditions for Coverage (CfCs). This clarification addresses the use of the pancreata for islet cell research that are included in the definition (emphasis added).
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Data Verification: OPOs must maintain information on the disposition of pancreas organs and islet cells submitted for pancreatic islet cell research.
Contact:
For questions or concerns relating to this memorandum, please contact QSOG_OPO@cms.hhs.gov.
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