| Item # | Length | Source of Standard | Year Implemented | Version Implemented | Year Retired | Version Retired |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 290 | 1 | NPCR |
Code that best describes the source of occupation information provided on this patient. This is a central cancer registry data item (i.e., codes should be applied by a central or regional registry rather than collected from reporting facilities).
Occupation information may come from a variety of sources. The most valid and reliable source of occupation information for patients has not yet been determined.
Codes
| 0 | Unknown occupation/no occupation available |
| 1 | Reporting facility records |
| 2 | Death certificate |
| 3 | Interview |
| 7 | Other source |
| 8 | Not applicable, patient less than 14 years of age at diagnosis |
| 9 | Unknown source |
| Blank | Not collected |