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Organ transplant groups use loophole to boost ratings

Last updated: June 10, 2025 8:17 am
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A bipartisan congressional report set to be released publicly on Tuesday reveals concerning allegations about the organ donation and transplantation system in the United States. According to the report, organizations responsible for recovering donated organs for transplantation are exploiting a federal loophole to manipulate the number of organs counted, aiming to inflate performance ratings and maintain certification.

This report, which was exclusively shared with STAT by the offices of Senators Ron Wyden and Chuck Grassley, comes at a critical time as the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is undertaking a significant overhaul of the federal organ transplantation network. A law signed by former President Biden in 2023 mandated HHS to seek new contracts from private and nonprofit entities to revamp and operate portions of the existing 40-year-old system. This decision followed years of congressional inquiries that uncovered mismanagement by the sole nonprofit organization contracted to oversee the network.

The congressional report highlights how the current system may be misrepresenting the number of organs recovered, potentially leading to inaccurate performance assessments and certification outcomes. This manipulation could have far-reaching implications for patients in need of organ transplants, as well as for the overall integrity of the organ donation process.

The need for transparency and accountability within the organ donation and transplantation system is paramount. The findings of this report underscore the importance of ongoing oversight and reform efforts to ensure that the system operates efficiently, ethically, and in the best interests of patients.

As the HHS continues its modernization efforts, it is crucial that all stakeholders, including lawmakers, healthcare providers, and organ procurement organizations, work collaboratively to address the issues raised in the congressional report. By prioritizing transparency, accuracy, and patient safety, we can uphold the integrity of the organ donation and transplantation system and improve outcomes for those in need of life-saving transplants.

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