Hospital Wants Out of Organ Donation Group's Grip – CMS Listening
Published Date: 2/18/2026
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Summary
Alleghany County Memorial Hospital has asked for a special waiver so they don’t have to work with their usual organ donation group. This could change how organ donations are handled in their area, and CMS wants to hear from the public and other groups before deciding. If you want to share your thoughts, make sure to comment by April 20, 2026!
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Hospital Requests OPO Waiver
Alleghany County Memorial Hospital in Sparta, North Carolina asked CMS for a waiver so it can enter into an agreement with LifeShare Carolinas instead of its designated organ procurement organization, HonorBridge. CMS is asking for public and OPO comments and will accept comments received by April 20, 2026 while it decides if the waiver is expected to increase organ donations and ensure equitable treatment of transplant patients.
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