This survey is necessary to collect
access, quality, and diversity of product selection information
from beneficiaries. These key elements of the evaluation cannot be
thoroughly evaluated without a beneficiary survey. The information
will be presented to HCFA and to Congress, who will use the results
to determine whether the demonstration should be extended to other
sites. The respondents will be Medicare beneficiaries, that is,
those who are age 65 or older or are disabled. These beneficiaries
qualify for the survey if they use at least one of the following
types of medical equipment: hospital beds,.......
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.