Consistent with
CMS response to 8/11/2000 terms of clearance, due to low response
rate (approx 20%) CMS should continue not to use information as an
impetus for program changes without further coordination with
OMB.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2006
09/30/2006
09/30/2003
11,250
0
12,500
2,813
0
3,125
0
0
0
To provide an opportunity and a
mechanism for CLIA laboratories surveyed by CMS or CMS' agent to
express their satisfaction and concerns about the CLIA survey
process.
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.