§ 158.19. Volume of procedures.
(a) Each transplantation program shall perform an adequate number of procedures to maximize quality.
(b) Each transplantation program shall meet the expected survival rate as set forth by the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network in its bylaws. Those programs whose actual survival rates fall below their expected survival rates will be reviewed by the Department to determine if this deviation can be accounted for by patient mix or some other unique clinical aspect of the transplantation program.
(c) If the transplantation program is unable to provide an explanation for its failure to meet the expected survival rate, the Department will undertake a review of that program to determine if it is in compliance with the criteria in this chapter. The hospital shall cooperate with the Department in this review.
Cross References This section cited in 28 Pa. Code § 158.31 (relating to kidney transplantation program); 28 Pa. Code § 158.33 (relating to liver transplantation program); 28 Pa. Code § 158.34 (relating to lung and heart/lung transplantation programs); 28 Pa. Code § 158.35 (relating to pancreas transplantation programs); and 28 Pa. Code § 158.37 (relating to pediatric transplantation programs).
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