42 CFR 460.190 and 460.192 described
CMS’s regulatory authority to monitor, through audit or other
means, the Programs for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE).
This monitoring includes review of books, contracts, medical
records, patient care documentation and any other records that
pertain to any aspect of services performed, reconciliation of
benefit liabilities, and determination of amounts payable. CMS
developed a strategy to address our oversight and audit
responsibilities. We have combined both the trial year and ongoing
audit protocols into one universal audit protocol that is
streamlined and outcomes based to reduce the financial and
administrative burdens for both CMS and PACE
organizations.
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.