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Modification of Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program Eligibility Guidelines in Response To Honor Our Living Donors Act
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The Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (LODRP) is changing its eligibility rules to better support living organ donors. Starting February 3, 2026, the income of the person receiving the organ will no longer be considered when determining if someone qualifies for reimbursement of certain expenses related to organ donation. Instead, the focus will be on the donor's household income and financial need. Insurance agents should stay informed about these changes to assist clients who may be affected by this program.
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HRSA proposes to modify the eligibility guidelines for the Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (LODRP) to align with the Honor Our Living Donors (HOLD) Act, enacted on February 3, 2026. The HOLD Act prohibits consideration of the income of the organ transplant recipient in determining eligibility for reimbursement of qualifying non-medical expenses related to living organ donation under LODRP. Consistent with this statutory requirement, HRSA proposes to revise the LODRP eligibility guidelines to eliminate recipient income as a factor in eligibility determinations and to establish a donor-focused eligibility framework based on donor household income and financial need. HRSA will continually monitor the effectiveness and availability of funds for LODRP and further modify the eligibility guidelines in the future if needed.