The information collected by forms SSA-4734-BK & SSA-4734-F4-SUP is used by SSA to assist in the adjudication of disability claims involving physical and mental impairments, respectively. The forms assist the State Disability Determination Services (DDSs) in evaluating impairments by providing a standardized information collection format so that medical findings are presented in a clear, concise, and consistent manner. The respondents are physicians employed by the State DDSs to evaluate applicants for SSA benefits.
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.