Approved for use
through 4/2003 under the condition that HCFA continues to pursue
amendments to the ESRD COCs that move in the direction of
performance-based regulation. HCFA has committed to submitting
these amendments for OMB review pursuant to the PRA.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/2003
07/31/2003
3,940
0
0
143,721
0
0
0
0
0
This package is needed to encourage
proper distribution and effective utilization of ESRD treatment
sources while maintaining and improving the efficient delivery of
care by physicians and dialysis facilities.
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.