Approved consistent with the following terms of clearance: in the next submission of this collection to OMB VA shall provide an update on the status of Dept. efforts to provide a fully electronic capability for the completion and submission of associated forms including recognition of electronic signatures.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2009
36 Months From Approved
10/31/2006
47,658
0
45,521
15,535
0
15,127
0
0
0
To ensure per diem payments are limited to facilities providing high quality care. To determine eligibility for care, to determine payment due State Homes, Nursing Homes, State Hospitals, and Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) providing care to veterans.
The adjustment of 408 burden hours is due to the increase of 11 Nursing Homes, six Domiciliaries and 2 Adult Day Health Care Centers utilizing this program.
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.