These evaluations investigate health
care reform in ten states that have implemented demonstration
programs using Section 1115 waivers. The surveys gather information
to answer questions regarding access to health care, quality of
care delivered, satisfaction with health services, and the use and
cost of health services. During the extended period of
authorization, the surveys will be administered to medicaid
eligibles, both demonstration participants and comparison group
nonparticipants.
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.