The CFO auditors have reported the
lack of an estimate for SCHIP IBNR payables and receivables as a
reportable condition in the FY 2005 audit of CMSs financial
statements. It is essential that CMS collect the necessary data
from State agencies in FY 2006, so that CMS continues to receive an
unqualified audit option on its financial statements. Program
expenditures for the SCHIP have increased since its inception;
SCHIP receivables and payables may materially impact the financial
statements. The SCHIP Report on Payables and Receivables will
provide the information needed to calculate the SCHIP
IBNR.
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.