The information collection requirement is necessary to obtain and record the profesional qualifications of medical and peer reviews utilized within TRICARE. The form is included as an exhibit in an appeal or hearing case file as evidence of the reviewer's professional qualifications to review the medical documentation contained in the case file.
This is a reinstatement of a previously approved collection for which approval has expired and the OMB burden inventory is zero. The burden hours increased from when the collection was last activated because after reviewing the collection instrument (DHA 780) and the information needed to complete the form, we have re-estimated that it takes approximately 20 minutes per response.
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.