Preventing Organ Transplant Discrimination Based on Disability Status.
This Act ensures that individuals with physical or mental disabilities cannot be denied organ transplants or related medical services solely based on their disability. It mandates that healthcare providers conduct individualized medical evaluations and consider the patient's support network (family, caregivers) when assessing eligibility. The goal is to guarantee equal access to life-saving procedures across the nation.
Key points
Hospitals and healthcare providers are prohibited from denying transplants or placement on waiting lists based *only* on a patient's disability.
Denial is only permissible if a physician determines the disability is *medically significant* to the transplant outcome after an individualized assessment.
Providers must make reasonable modifications and consider the patient's support network (family, friends, home care) when evaluating post-transplant compliance.
Individuals facing discrimination can seek expedited resolution through the Department of Health and Human Services or file a civil lawsuit in federal court.
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