| Item # | Length | Source of Standard | Year Implemented | Version Implemented | Year Retired | Version Retired |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 10 | NAACCR |
A unique code that represents the data transmission source. This item should be used for central registries and non-US health care providers. Refer to Registry ID table in Appendix B.
For cases diagnosed on or after 2008, this item may be blank if NPI--Registry ID (item 45) is used to represent the data transmission source.
Used to track data submission flow and to resolve transmission issues.
Codes (in addition to CoC assigned codes or NAACCR assigned codes)
| 0000000000 | Case not reported by a facility |
| 0099999999 | Case reported, but facility number is unknown |
Note: Prior to 2008, this field may contain data from reporting facilities.