Approved for use
through 10/2001 under the condition that before the next submission
for OMB review, the VA reevaluates the burden imposed upon veterans
during appeals. The VA should adjust its burden to reflect its
findings.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2001
10/31/2001
101,652
0
0
25,413
0
0
0
0
0
The purpose of this information
collection is to informally review denied claims for medical
treatment.
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.