This ICR is approved consistent with CMS memos of 12/3/08 and 12/9/08. Per the 12/3/08 memo, CMS agrees to print the OMB control number expiration date on all survey instruments. Per the 12/9/08 memo, CMS agrees to provide cell sizes and standard error information in the public reports, as CMS currently does for the contractor reports. This information will aid the public in interpreting the results.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2011
36 Months From Approved
08/31/2010
24,279
0
24,279
8,346
0
8,346
0
0
0
The survey focuses on basic business functions provided by the Medicare Contractors such as Inquiries, Provider Communications, Claims Processing, Appeals, Provider Enrollment, Medical Review and Provider Audit & Reimbursement. Providers will receive a notice requesting they use a specially constructed Web site to respond to a set of questions customized for their Contractor's responsibilities. The survey will be conducted yearly and annual reports of the survey results will be available via an online reporting system for use by CMS, Medicare Contractors, and the general public.
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.