Approved for use through 8/2003 under the condition that the next submission for OMB review includes all screens for updating insurance information, electronic media PRA disclosure statements, and a summary of experience to date on this initial phase of the project.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2001
08/31/2001
08/31/2000
450
0
450
75
0
175
0
0
0
HCFA needs plan-specific Medigap data in order to provide better information to beneficiaries to assist them in their halth care choices. HCFA will use this data on the www.medicare.gov website, and may use it in print materials for beneficiaries. HCFA will collect plan-specific Medigap data from individual insurance companies, also communicating through the State Insurance Commissioners.
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.