IN ORDER TO DETERMINE THE COST OF THE
CLINICAL SERVICES BEING PROVIDED, IT IS NECESSARY TO DETERMINE THE
DIRECT AND INDIRECT COSTS INCURRED BY THE PARTICIPATING CLINICS FOR
TH ROUTINE AND ANCILLARY COST CENTERS. THE HCFA-255 IS THE FORM
THAT IS BEING USED TO REPORT THE COSTS TO THE PARTICIPATING CLINICS
PROVIDING THE COVERED SERVICES AS WELL AS GATHER DATA TO EVALUATE
THE DEMONSTRATION.
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.