CoC Publications and Products
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04CA-0007 Cancer Program Standards 2009 Revised Edition
This publication includes all revisions made to Cancer Program Standards 2004 by the Accreditation Committee of the CoC through 2009, and includes modified interpretations of those standards that apply specifically to pediatric hospitals, pediatric components of larger facilities, Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities, and NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers. The activities of the Commission on Cancer (CoC) Accreditation Program have been designed to ensure that the structure and processes necessary for quality cancer care in a facility are in place. This publication sets forth the 36 cancer program standards required for CoC cancer program accreditation. The manual replaces all previous cancer program standards-related publications produced by the CoC, including Cancer Program Standards 2004.
Hardcopy Price: $30.
Free electronic version available online.
Download Free Copy of Standards
05CA-0001 Patient Brochure for CoC-Accredited Cancer Programs
Earning CoC Accreditation is an important accomplishment, and our patient information brochure is an excellent way to tell your patients and their families exactly what it means to be cared for in a CoC-Accredited Cancer Program. The publication describes the level of care they can expect to receive and the services available to them.
Display the brochure in the following locations:
- Your patient resource area or library
- Your outpatient waiting room
- Individual physician offices or departments (i.e. radiology)
For CoC-Accredited Cancer Programs only.
Price: Free.
Limit 100 copies.
04CA-0010 Commission on Cancer: Guiding Cancer Care Into the Future
A concise informational brochure written for cancer programs and individuals interested in learing about the programs and activities of the CoC.
Price: Free.
Limit five copies.
08CA-0002 Accreditation Program: Quality Care Close to Home
This brochure describes how the CoC Accreditation Program benefits and enhances cancer programs and the quality of patient care.
Price: Free.
Limit 25 copies.
08CA-0004 Commission on Cancer New Program Kit
An informational kit that describes the benefits of participation by hospital cancer programs in the Commission on Cancer Accreditation Program, eligibility criteria, cancer program standards, and necessary action steps required to pursue and achieve approval.
Price: Free.
Limit one copy.
04CA-0011 CoC Cancer Liaison Program: Leadership for the Cancer Program
An informational brochure written for CoC-accredited cancer programs and individuals considering the role of a Cancer Liaison Physician (CLP). The brochure outlines the specific role and responsibilities of the CLP as well as the CLP appointment process.
Price: Free.
Limit five copies.
08CA-0003 National Cancer Data Base: Defining Quality Cancer Care
An informational brochure for facilities and individuals interested in learning about the Commission on Cancer’s National Cancer Data Base that highlights the tools and resources available to assess and improve the quality of cancer care being provided to patients at CoC-Accredited Cancer Programs.
Price: Free.
Limit 25 copies.
Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards (FORDS) for 2010
Registry data management is an essential element of Commission on Cancer (CoC)-accredited cancer programs. The manual, Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards (FORDS): Revised for 2010, provides definitions and detailed instructions for coding patient diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes. It also describes the types of cases that must be abstracted and followed and explains the relationships among data items. Cancer registry data maintained with standardized quality control mechanisms supports meaningful evaluation and analysis. FORDS: Revised for 2010 contains all the additional changes made since the initial release of the manual in 2002. Implementation of the FORDS: Revised for 2010 manual, is required of all CoC-accredited cancer programs.
Please download your manual here: http://www.facs.org/cancer/coc/fordsmanual.html
American Joint Committee on Cancer
Staging Desk Reference
The American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) has developed the Staging Desk Reference that can serve as a handy tool when abstracting cancer cases. The Staging Desk Reference is not intended to replace the Seventh Edition AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, but rather serve as a useful resource that can quickly and easily provide specific information relevant to staging.
The first section, General Staging Rules, provides the TNM rules formatted for quick access. Chapter 1 of the Cancer Staging Manual provides more information and context, but the basic rules are provided in the Staging Desk Reference. The Cross Reference section, as the name implies, was created to help registrars quickly match ICD-0 codes, CSv2 schemas, and AJCC Chapters. Two frequently used cross references are provided in this section, the first organized by ICD-O-3 Site Code, and the second by AJCC Chapter. These features provide users with two options to find information they need. This booklet will be particularly useful when trying to determine which AJCC staging form to use for a particular code. Finally, the Head and Neck Nodes section provides a helpful tool for identifying nodes in an often confusing part of the anatomy.
Price: $8
Limit: 5 copies
Collaborative Stage Data Collection System - Version 2 - Coding Instructions
The National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) is offering pre-order special package of the coding instructions for CS Version 2 (CSv2). The package includes Part I, the CS General Instructions and Part II, the Primary Site Schema. The package is printed on heavy weight paper, and includes a three ring binder, a set of dividers. The price is $114 for NCRA members and $154 for non-members. The pre-order price includes priority shipping in the US. Visit the NCRA online store to order your copy at
http://www.ncra-usa.org/i4a/ams/amsstore/category.cfm?product_id=165.
National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers
08CA-0005 National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers Information Kit
This informational kit describes the benefits of participation by breast centers in the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers. It provides details on eligibility criteria, breast center standards, and necessary action steps required to pursue and achieve accreditation.
Price: Free.
Limit one copy.
Revised July 20, 2010