OMB advises the agency that based on the public comments received on docket SSA-2018-0026 that reference this information collection, the burden estimate associated with this information collection is likely substantially too low.
Following approval of this ICR, the agency should work with OMB to develop and document a comprehensive qualitative and quantitative understanding of the burdens associated with this information collection. This documentation, which should be included as a component of ICR renewal in 12 months, must start with the process of selecting of the respondent, and record the typical experiences of a respondent through to the end-point of adjudication (to include, if relevant, other information collections commonly involved during the Continuing Disability Review process). To the extent that burden varies by virtue of the distinct user segments who respond to this collection, the agency should strive to document a series of typical experiences. To achieve this, the agency (in coordination with OMB) should consult with both internal and external stakeholders and leverage modern customer research and stakeholder engagement techniques, to include journey mapping and user interviews.
Any digital instruments created for this information collection should undergo extensive user testing, at least some of which representatives from OMB should be invited to attend. The agency must also consult with OMB regarding the development of any digital instruments early-enough in product development so that OMB input on burden-minimization and other digital product best practices can be integrated into the final instrument. The documentation regarding that user testing should be included as an addendum to affirm that the digital productâs user experience is designed to be burden-minimizing.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
06/30/2022
36 Months From Approved
06/30/2021
541,000
0
541,000
541,000
0
541,000
0
0
0
SSA uses Form SSA-454-BK, Continuing Disability Review Report to complete a mandatory review for the continue disability review (CDR). SSA considers adults eligible for payment if they continue to be unable to do substantial gainful activity because of their impairments, and we consider Title XVI children eligible for payment if they have marked and severe functional limitations because of their impairments. SSA also use the Form SSA-454-BK to obtain information on sources of medical treatment; participation in vocational rehabilitation programs (if any); attempts to work (if any); and if individuals believe their conditions are improved. When a disabled individual requires a CDR, a claims representative (CR) will mail Form SSA-454-BK, the respondent completes the form and sends it back to SSA, or the CR will interview the respondent and enters the information into the Electronic Disability Collection System (EDCS). EDCS electronically stores the information of the paper version of Form SSA-454-BK. The respondents are Title II or Title XVI disability recipients or their representatives.
US Code:
42 USC 421
Name of Law: Social Security Act
US Code:
42 USC 405
Name of Law: Social Security Act
US Code:
42 USC 423
Name of Law: Social Security Act
US Code:
42 USC 1382c
Name of Law: Social Security Act
US Code:
42 USC 1383
Name of Law: Social Security Act
US Code:
42 USC 1383b
Name of Law: Social Security Act
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.
Form SSA-454-BK Continuing Disability Review Report
Supporting Statement - 0072.docx
SSA-454-BK, Continuing Disability Review Report - Full Paper Version