State data are reported by the Federally mandated electronic process, known as MSIS (Medicaid Statistical Information System). These data are the basis of actuarial forecasts for Medicaid service utilization and costs; of analysis and cost savings estimates required for legislative initiatives relating to Medicaid and for responding to requests for information from CMS components, the Department, Congress and other customers.
The FY 2007 burden hours, as approved by OMB were 2,120, with no changes to the program. The burden time for 2007 will increase to 3,392 hours to allow for the start-up time to implement the NPI changes. For 2008 and 2009, the burden will drop down to 2,120 each year.
$225
No
No
Uncollected
Uncollected
Uncollected
Uncollected
Saleda Perryman
No
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.