THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING THESE MEDIGAP-SPECIFIC COMPLAINT DATA FROM STATE INSURANCE DEPARTMENTS IS TO ENSURE INSURANCE COMPANIES THAT SELL MEDICARE SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE POLICIES AND, IF APPROPRIATE, THEIR AGENTS CONTINUE TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS. IN ADDITION, THE FINDINGS FROM THIS MONITORING EFFORT WILL BE SUBMITTED TO THE SECRETARY OF HHS IN THE FORM OF ANNUAL REPORTS TO THE CONGRESS.
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.