Approved for use
through 10/1999 under the condition that HCFA: 1) reevaluates its
burden estimate for this collection and presents to OMB a detailed
and accurate explanation of the bases for its requested burden
reduction, i.e. the number of hours that can be attributed to
program reductions vs. adjustments. This explanation may accompany
a correction worksheet. In the mean- time, OMB has not amended
HCFA's previous burden estimate; and 2) amends its
forms/instructions to include the disclosure state- ments mandated
by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. For the public record, HCFA
must submit to OMB the revised forms/ instructions.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/1999
12/31/1999
04/30/1999
3,000,000
0
3,600,000
900,000
0
900,000
0
0
0
Information collection requirements
will ensure that issuers in the individual market comply with
HIPAA, provide individuals with documentation necessary to
demonstrate prior credible coverage, and file documentation with
HCFA for review in Federal direct enforcement jurisdiction and
ensure States' flexibility to implement State alternative
mechanisms.
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.