This
preclearance is approved through 3/94 under the condition that
agency and contractor reports fully evaluate and explain the
limitations in generalizing On Lok's success beyond the 8 proposed
sites. In particular, the reports should address the implicit
assumptions reflected in the vague criteria for site selection
(i.e. sponsorship, state support, history and professional
culture). Second, to the greatest extent possible, the Department
should increase the number of demonstration sites. Additional
demonstration sites would enhance the Department's ability to
evaluate all significant variables affecting program performance.
Last, this clearance does not cover the PACE data collection manual
and forms. HCFA should submit these instruments separately for OMB
approval.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
03/31/1994
03/31/1994
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SO AS TO EVALUATE THE CONGRESSIONALLY
MANDATED PACE DEMONSTRATION, THIS CONTRACT WILL COLLECT DATA FROM A
SAMPLE OF MEDICARE BENEFICIARIE WHO WILL SERVE AS THE COMPARISON
GROUP FOR THE PACE SITES. DATA COLLECTED WILL INCLUDE HEALTH AND
FUNCTIONAL STATUS AND QUALITY OF LIFE MEASURES.
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.