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Montana Central Tumor Registry

The data that are collected and managed by the Montana Central Tumor Registry (MCTR) are the primary source of information regarding cancer incidence in Montana. The MCTR maintains a data-management system on the diagnosis, treatment and outcome of cancer and other reportable tumors in Montana, and has been collecting data continuously since 1979.

The primary objective of the MCTR is to analyze the incidence, mortality, survival, and the changing frequency of cancer in Montana residents.

Follow-up is conducted yearly on patients registered on the MCTR and is a necessary part of adequate care for cancer patients. All data concerning cancer patients is held in strict confidence by the MCTR.

The following tumors are collected:

  1. Malignant and in-situ cancers except basal cell or squamous cell carcinoma of the skin.
  2. Benign tumors of the brain, CNS, pituitary, and pineal gland.
  3. Carcinoid tumors.

In the Spotlight!

Cancer in Montana - Annual Report 2006-2010
Preliminary Annual Report 2007-2011
MCTR Newsletter (March 2013)
MCTR Abbreviation List
NAACCR Abbreviation List

MCTR Annual Reports

Cancer in Montana - Annual Report 2005-2009
Cancer in Montana - Annual Report 2004-2008
Cancer in Montana - Annual Report 2003-2007
Previous reports are available on request

Tumor Registry Law and Rules

ARM Tumor Registry Rules
MCA Tumor Registry Law

MCTR Reporting Manuals

For more information, contact:
Debbi Lemons, RHIA, CTR
Coordinator
Montana Central Tumor Registry
PO Box 202952
Helena, MT 59620-2952
Phone: (406) 444-6786
Fax: (406) 444-6557
E-mail dlemons@mt.gov

Page last updated: 06/12/2013