Approved for use through 8/2003 under the condition that the next submission for OMB review includes the national ADL and pain forms to be used by DDSs and any accompanying program guidance. In addition, the next submission must fully explain SSA's policies for ensuring compliance with the PRA of 1995's disclosure requirements.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2003
08/31/2003
06/30/2002
13,156,166
0
13,779,700
3,289,293
0
3,306,117
0
0
0
The information collections are conducted in support of the disability programs. The consultative exam (CE) report, medical evidence of record, activities of daily living report and pain report are used in the determination of disability. The information collected from potential CE providers is used to verify the providers' credentials and licenses. The information from claimants is used to obtain release of medical information and to confirm scheduled CE appointments. The respondents are medical providers and claimants for disability.
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.