Approved for use
as a pilot through 8/2003. Prior to fielding this pilot, AHRQ will
submit to OMB its pilot design. In addition, while piloting this
instrument AHRQ must consult with relevant CMS and NCHS program and
survey staff. Upon completion of this pilot, AHRQ may submit
directly to OMB this instrument and any revisions resulting from
the pilot and consultations. OMB waives the Federal Register notice
for this resubmission. Finally, OMB reminds AHRQ and its contractor
that all efforts must be made to achieve an 80% response rate in
the final survey effort.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2003
08/31/2003
1,125
0
0
281
0
0
35,000,000
0
0
Data collected by survey from a sample
of 1,125 medicare and choice beneficiaries will determine how
out-of-pocket costs or drug CAPS alter use of medications and if
there are clinical to medication-taking behavior
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.