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My dad has severe liver damage and is on his "last legs". can i give him a piece of my liver and does medicaid cover it?

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Dr. Boris Aronzon answered

Transplant: You need to contact transplant programm in your area. Most medical schools and universities can refer you to the right place.

Answered 2/11/2013

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A member asked:

My dad has severe liver damage and is on his "last legs". can i give him a piece of my liver and does medicaid cover it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Boris Aronzon answered

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