INFORMATION FROM THIS FORM IS USED TO
DETERMINE WHETHER A SKILLED NURSING FACILITY MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS
FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE MEDICARE PROGRAM AS STATED IN 1861(J) AND
1902(A) OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY ACT. THE INFORMATION IS ALSO USED TO
PRODUCE REPORTS ON PROGRAM ACTIVITIES AND TO EVALUATE THE
PERFORMANCE OF STATE AGENCIES.
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.