CFR
justifications for each MMIS data element by 3/88. In addition,
HCFA should clarify in the Medicaid Manual that the MARS function
number 7 is to "provide data essential to the development and
formulation of program policies, including the implementation of
waiver programs."
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/1989
09/30/1989
10/31/1987
45
0
45
2,275,000
0
2,275,000
0
0
0
THE MEDICAID MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
SYSTEM (MMIS) IS A STATE-OPERATED, FEDERALLY MANDATED, COMPUTER
SYSTEM USED FOR MEDICAID CLAIMS PROCESSING AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT.
THESE DATA ELEMENTS REPRESENT THE FEDERALLY IMPOSED RECORDKEEPING
REQUIREMENTS OF MMIS.
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.