The survey provides information needed
to evaluate dual eligible demonstratons on issues of satisfaction
and gather health and functional status to be used in other
analyses. Dual eligible demonstrations provide HCFA the opportunity
to determine whether changes in payment and reimbursement and
alternative ways to provide health services results in better
coordination, increased satisfaction, and improved outcomes of
those eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. Respondents to the
survey include demonstration enrollees both living in the community
and in institutions, their families, disenrollees, and....
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.