Which cancer program category has a maximum of 100 newly diagnosed cancer cases each year?

The Hospital Associate Cancer Program is designed for cancer care facilities that have a limited number of newly diagnosed cancer cases annually, specifically capped at a maximum of 100 cases. This category accommodates small community hospitals or specialty cancer treatment centers that can provide essential cancer care services while still operating within a limited scope.

By focusing on quality care in a manageable environment, this program ensures that the hospital can deliver appropriate resources, maintain necessary standards, and provide patient care effectively. The size limit is important for maintaining the integrity of the program and ensuring that facilities can meet standards set forth by the Commission on Cancer regarding tumor boards, treatment planning, and outcomes tracking.

Programs classified under other categories such as Community Cancer Program, Comprehensive Community Cancer Program, and Integrated Network Cancer Program are typically designed to handle larger volumes of cases and provide more extensive services, making them unsuitable for facilities with lower case volumes.