Approved for use
through 2/97 under the condition that HCFA clarifies specific terms
and definitions in the instrument as suggested by public comment.
The amended instrument should be shared with OMB no later than
3/1/94. HCFA should carefully justify in writing any instances in
which it decides not to make clarifications recommended by public
comment.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/28/1997
02/28/1997
46,500
0
0
46,655
0
0
0
0
0
THIS INFORMATION COLLECTION PROVIDES
DATA ABOUT THE HEALTH AND FUNCTIONAL STATUS CHARACTERISTICS OF
MEDICARE HOME HEALTH PATIENTS SERVED BY HHA PROSPECTIVE PAYMENT
DEMONSTRATION PROVIDERS IN ORDER TO MONITOR THE OPERATIONS OF THE
DEMONSTRATION AND PROVIDE INFORMATION FO ITS EVALUATION ABOUT THE
PROJECT'S EFFECTS ON TYPES OF PATIENTS SERVED
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.