The 1981 ICB
allowance for HHS was premised on the assumption that 3,281,250
hours were required for this form which was previously in use
without OMB approval. HHS now reestimates that only 555,625 hours
are involved. As a consequence, a downward adjustment (-2,725,625)
will be made to HHS' 1981 allowance at the time adjustments are
made. Use of this form in an experimental stage should terminate in
1982 when the Uniform Bill is implemented universally.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/1981
12/31/1981
1,905,000
0
0
555,625
0
0
0
0
0
BILLING FORM USED BY HOSPITALS
(INCLUDING PSYCHISTRIC AND TB) AND SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES FOR
INPATIENT AND OUTPATIENT SERVICES. CAN BE USED TO OBTAIN PAYMENT
UNDER MEDICARE, MEDICAID, BLUE CROSS, CHAMPU OR COMMERCIAL
INSURANCE PLANS.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.