A patient's listed diagnosis changes from non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) cirrhosis to hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). What waitlist adjustment may be indicated?
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A
Application for MELD exception points per OPTN policy
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B
Automatic upgrade to Status 1A
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C
Immediate removal and re-listing under a new diagnosis
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D
No change; MELD score alone determines priority