As every organization has unique needs, not all of them will require a fully outsourced solution, and conditions can change over time. Therefore, it is essential to choose a partner that allows for a hybrid approach and enables seamless scaling to accommodate growth. One organization may need help working down a backlog of abstracts, while another may need assistance in reducing errors. Others will benefit from outsourcing the entire registry process. A managed outsourcing solution can leverage onshore, offshore, or a combination of both types of resources to help providers gain efficiency, improve cost, and access expertise unavailable locally.

Driving progress in the fight against cancer
To support the public health initiatives and clinical research needed to make genuine headway in the war against cancer, organizations need the ability to collect, submit, analyze, and share quality data from across their enterprises. Outsourcing cancer registry management can play a vital role in achieving this goal, particularly when partnering with experienced providers who prioritize data quality, compliance, and governance.
By leveraging the expertise of ODS-Cs and implementing robust quality control measures, organizations can ensure the accuracy and completeness of their cancer registry data. This, in turn, enables the development of clinical pathways and value-based approaches that drive precision and optimization of care for patients. Through collaborative efforts and the sharing of insights derived from cancer registry data, the healthcare community can work towards addressing rising costs, mitigating patient risk, reducing variability, and achieving better, more predictable outcomes in the fight against cancer.

About the authors: Gina McNellis, MA, RHIA, ODS-C, CHP, is senior director global registry services at Omega Healthcare. Patricia Thompson, MPH, RHIT, ODS-C, is oncology data manager for Omega Healthcare.

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