Hospital and Facility Oncology Reporting

Hospital and healthcare facilities can find information on this page about reporting cancer cases to the Massachusetts Cancer Registry (MACR).

Massachusetts requires all hospitals treating or diagnosing patients with cancer to report demographic, diagnostic, and treatment information to the MACR. Oncology Data Specialists prepare these reports with attention to detail, expertise, and deep commitment to capturing cancer data. This work supports clinical teams and researchers and is vital to improving patient care, shaping the future of cancer prevention and treatment, and advancing public health. 

The MACR follows reporting standards set by the Center for Disease Control’s National Program for Cancer Registries standards (NPCR)and the National Cancer Institute'sSurveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) Program. The MACR is a member of the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACCR).

Cancer Reporting Resources

Abstracting and Coding Support 

Reporting Resources and Training 

Hospital Edit Sets (Metafile) 

Importance of Reporting

Cancer is the leading cause of death in Massachusetts since 2006. In contrast, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. With timely and complete data from hospitals and healthcare facilities, the MACR reports on cancer trends across the state. These reports inform public health programs and efforts. This information can also advance the future of cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Operations Contact Information

To directly contact the Massachusetts Cancer Registry Operation Manager, Nancy Klein, please use email: [e-mail].