Who is responsible for establishing the cancer registry quality control plan?

The responsibility for establishing the cancer registry quality control plan is primarily held by the Cancer Registry Quality Coordinator. This individual plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the data collected by the cancer registry meets high standards of accuracy and completeness.

The Cancer Registry Quality Coordinator is tasked with developing and implementing procedures for quality control, monitoring data quality, and facilitating training for registry staff on the importance of quality assurance practices. This position encompasses oversight of the data submitted to comply with Commission on Cancer standards, ensuring that the registry not only meets regulatory requirements but also supports the needs of healthcare providers and researchers.

This role is essential because a robust quality control plan is important for the validity of the cancer registry data, which ultimately impacts patient care, treatment outcomes, and the ability to conduct meaningful cancer research. The coordinator's focused expertise in data management and quality improvement directly supports the integrity of the cancer registry operations.

In contrast, while other entities like hospital administrators or local cancer committees may have roles in supporting or facilitating quality improvement initiatives, the specific responsibility of establishing and maintaining the cancer registry's quality control plan resides with the Cancer Registry Quality Coordinator.