In order to distribute this scarce resource most fairly, liver patients are ranked on the waiting list according to the severity of their illness. The Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) score is based on three specific laboratory tests: bilirubin, INR, and serum creatinine.The MELD score ranges from 4 to 40 and is used to rank patients on the waiting list. Patients with higher MELD scores get first priority when a liver becomes available.nce the medical team and patient have chosen the path of transplantation for treatment, the patient will receive a thorough evaluation from the liver transplant team, which includes transplant hepatologists, transplant surgeons, transplant nurses, financial counselors, social workers, and dietitians.
Legal aid usually handles cases involving: 1  Domestic violence â if your partner is abusing you, legal aid can help you obtain a protective order, a child custody order and divorce. 2  Family law â if you have a child custody or divorce case, legal aid may be able to help.
How to Apply for Legal Aid in a Child Custody Case. Mike Broemmel began writing in 1982. Broemmel served on the staff of the White House Office of Media Relations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and political science from Benedictine College and a Juris Doctorate from Washburn University. He also attended Brunel University, London.