This information collection is approved through 8-98 under the following conditions: As suggested by commenters, HCFA should 1) change the format of the 416 to reflect state effectiveness in achieving healthy outcomes for children eligible for EPSDT services, as allowed by law. 2)to the extent possible, in consultation with States, HCFA should rely on HEDIS measures in the design of the new report. 3)as HCFA reexamines the reporting for this program, OMB encourages the agency to incorporate these measures into their GPRA Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plan; 4) Immediately following the planned consultation with the dental community, HCFA will notify the Medicaid Directors to clarify the dental reporting requirements.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/1998
09/30/1998
09/30/1997
56
0
56
1,568
0
1,568
15,000,000
0
0
States are required to submit an annual report on the provision of EPSDT services to HCFA pursuant to section 1902(a)(43) of the Social Security Act. These reports provide HCFA with data necessary to assess the effectiveness of State EPSDT programs, to develop trend patterns and projections nationally, to determine a State's results in achieving its participation goal and to respond to inquiries. Respondents are State Medicaid agencies.
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.