What is the maximum number of cases that must be evaluated under the Cancer Quality Control Plan for a facility with 2,500 cases annually?

The maximum number of cases that must be evaluated under the Cancer Quality Control Plan is determined by the guidelines set forth by the Commission on Cancer (CoC). For facilities that handle a specific volume of cancer cases annually, there are established protocols to ensure that a representative sample of cases is consistently reviewed to maintain quality and improve patient outcomes.

In a facility with 2,500 cases reported annually, the requirement is to evaluate a percentage of those cases. According to CoC standards, the guideline stipulates that facilities must review a minimum of 10% of their cases. Therefore, for a total of 2,500 cases, calculating 10% yields 250 cases.

However, it is important to note that the CoC has mandated a maximum number of cases that can be reviewed under the Quality Control Plan, which is capped at 300 cases. Since the minimum 10% calculation (250) is below this maximum, and it meets the requirement, it is clear that evaluating 300 cases would also comply with the standards. Hence, for a facility reporting 2,500 annual cases, the appropriate and maximum review number that adheres to CoC guidelines without overwhelming the resources is indeed 300 cases.

This reinforces the importance of adhering