Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request, 58707-58708 [05-20101]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 194 / Friday, October 7, 2005 / Notices you have any financial involvement related to any services being discussed. After the presentations and public comment period, the Commission will deliberate openly. Interested persons may observe the deliberations, but the Commission will not hear further comments during this time except at the request of the Chairperson. The Commission will also allow an open public session for any attendee to address issues specific to the topic. Authority: 5 U.S.C. App. 2, section 10(a)(1) and (a)(2). Dated: October 3, 2005. Michael J. O’Grady, Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Department of Health and Human Services. [FR Doc. 05–20189 Filed 10–6–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4150–05–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Correction To A Notice of Meetings With this Notice, AHRQ is publishing a correction to the following ‘‘Study Section’’ meetings published in the Federal Register on September 15, 2005, Volume 70, Number 178, Page 54558, see also https://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/ 257/2422/01jan20051800/ edocket.access.gpo.gov/2005/05– 18388.htm, reflect correct dates: • Name of Subcommittee: Health Research Dissemination and Implementation. • Date: October 20, 2005. • Name of Subcommittee: Health Care Technology and Decision Sciences. • Date: October 27, 2005. • Name of Subcommittee: Health Care Quality and Effectiveness Research. • Date: October 28, 2005. Dated: September 30. 2005. Carolyn M. Clancy, Director. [FR Doc. 05–20250 Filed 10–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4160–90–M DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Safety and Occupational Health Study Section In accordance with section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act VerDate Aug<31>2005 18:27 Oct 06, 2005 Jkt 208001 (Pub. L. 92–463), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces the following committee meeting. Name: Safety and Occupational Health Study Section (SOHSS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health(NIOSH). Times and Dates: 8 a.m.–5 p.m., October 18, 2005. 8 a.m.–5 p.m., October 19, 2005. Place: Embassy Suites Hotel, 1900 Diagonal Road, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314, telephone 703–684–5900, fax 703–684–1403. Status: Open 8 a.m.–8:30 a.m., October 18, 2005. Closed 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., October 18, 2005. Closed 8 a.m.–5 p.m., October 19, 2005. Purpose: The Safety and Occupational Health Study Section will review, discuss, and evaluate grant applications received in response to the Institute’s standard grants review and funding cycles pertaining to research issues in occupational safety and health and allied areas. It is the intent of NIOSH to support broadbased research endeavors in keeping with the Institute’s program goals. This will lead to improved understanding and appreciation for the magnitude of the aggregate health burden associated with occupational injuries and illnesses, as well as to support more focused research projects, which will lead to improvements in the delivery of occupational safety and health services, and the prevention of work-related injury and illness. It is anticipated that research funded will promote these program goals. Matters To Be Discussed: The meeting will convene in open session from 8–8:30 a.m. on October 18, 2005, to address matters related to the conduct of Study Section business. The remainder of the meeting will proceed in closed session. The purpose of the closed sessions is for the study section to consider safety and occupational health-related grant applications. These portions of the meeting will be closed to the public in accordance with provisions set forth in subsections (c)(4) and (c)(6), of the section 552b, Title 5, United States Code, and the Determination of the Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, pursuant to Section 10(d) Public Law 92–463. Agenda items are subject to change as priorities dictate. Contact Person for More Information: Price Connor, PhD, NIOSH Health Scientist, 1600 Clifton Road, NE., Mailstop E–20, Atlanta, Georgia 30333, telephone 404–498–2511, fax 404–498–2569. This notice is being published less than 15 days prior to the meeting due to the unexpected urgency of the topics that will be discussed. The Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, has been delegated the authority to sign Federal Register notices pertaining to announcements of meetings and other committee management activities for both CDC and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 58707 Dated: October 3, 2005. Alvin Hall, Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [FR Doc. 05–20174 Filed 10–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4163–18–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Document Identifier: CMS–1513] Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, HHS. In compliance with the requirement of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Health and Human Services, is publishing the following summary of proposed collections for public comment. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including any of the following subjects: (1) The necessity and utility of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of the Agency’s function; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology to minimize the information collection burden. 1. Type of Information Collection Request: Extension of a currently approved collection; Title of Information Collection: Disclosure of Ownership and Financial Control Interest Statement; Form No.: CMS– 1513 (OMB #0938–0086); Use: This information must be collected by State agencies and CMS regional offices to determine whether providers/suppliers meet the eligibility requirements for Titles XVIII, XIX, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), and for grants under Titles V and XX. Review of ownership and control is particularly necessary to prohibit ownership and control for individuals excluded under Federal fraud statutes; Frequency: Recordkeeping and Reporting—Other (every 1 to 3 years); Affected Public: Business or other forprofit, not-for-profit institutions; Number of Respondents: 125,000; Total AGENCY: E:\FR\FM\07OCN1.SGM 07OCN1 58708 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 194 / Friday, October 7, 2005 / Notices Annual Responses: 125,000; Total Annual Hours: 62,500. To obtain copies of the supporting statement and any related forms for these paperwork collections referenced above, access CMS Web site address at https://www.cms.hhs.gov/regulations/ pra/, or E-mail your request, including your address, phone number, OMB number, and CMS document identifier, to Paperwork@cms.hhs.gov, or call the Reports Clearance Office on (410) 786– 1326. To be assured consideration, comments and recommendations for the proposed information collections must be received by the OMB Desk Officer at the address below, no later than 5 p.m. on November 7, 2005. OMB Human Resources and Housing Branch, Attention: CMS Desk Officer, New Executive Office Building, Room 10235, Washington, DC 20503. Dated: September 29, 2005. Michelle Shortt, Director, Regulations Development Group, Office of Strategic Operations and Regulatory Affairs. [FR Doc. 05–20101 Filed 10–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4120–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Document Identifier: CMS–1557 and CMS– 1880/1882 and CMS 10142] Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, HHS. In compliance with the requirement of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is publishing the following summary of proposed collections for public comment. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including any of the following subjects: (1) The necessity and utility of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of the agency’s functions; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology to minimize the information collection burden. AGENCY: VerDate Aug<31>2005 18:27 Oct 06, 2005 Jkt 208001 1. Type of Information Collection Request: Extension of a currently approved collection; Title of Information Collection: Survey Report Form Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and supporting regulations under 42 CFR 493.1– 493.2001; Form Number: CMS–1557 (OMB#: 0938–0544); Use: This form is used by the State agency to determine a laboratory’s compliance with CLIA. This information is needed for a laboratory’s CLIA certification and recertification; Frequency: Recordkeeping and Reporting— Biennially; Affected Public: Business or other for-profit, Not-for-profit institutions, Federal, State, Local or Tribal Government; Number of Respondents: 25,000; Total Annual Responses: 12,500; Total Annual Hours: 6,250. 2. Type of Information Collection Request: Extension of a currently approved collection; Title of Information Collection: The Request for Certification as a Supplier of Portable XRay Services and Portable X-Ray Survey Report Form under the Medicare and Medicaid Program—Portable X-Ray Survey Report and Supporting Regulations under 42 CFR 486.100– 486.110; Form Number: CMS–1880/ 1882 (OMB#: 0938–0027); Use: The Medicare program requires portable Xray suppliers to be surveyed for health and safety standards. The CMS–1882 is the survey form that records survey results. The CMS–1880 is used by the surveyor to determine if a portable X-ray applicant meets the eligibility requirements. This information serves as a screen for the State survey agency to determine if the portable X-ray supplier has the basic capabilities to participate in the Medicare program. CMS will use this information to make certification decisions; Frequency: Reporting—On occasion; Affected Public: Business or other for-profit; Number of Respondents: 655; Total Annual Responses: 98; Total Annual Hours: 172. 3. Type of Information Collection Request: Extension of a currently approved collection; Title of Information Collection: Bid Pricing Tool (BPT) for Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) contained in 42 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR): 422.250, 422.252, 422.254, 422.256, 422.258, 422.262, 422.264, 422.266, 422.270, 422.300, 422.304, 422.306, 422.308, 422.310, 422.312, 422.314, 422.316, 422.318, 422.320, 422.322, 422.324, 423.251, 423.258, 423.265, 423.272, 423.279, 423.286, 423.293, 423.301, 423.308, 423.315, 423.322, 423.329, 423.336, 423.343, 423.346, PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 423.350 ; Form Number: CMS–10142 (OMB#: 0938–0944); Use: Under the Medicare Modernization Act, Medicare Advantage Organizations (MAO) and Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) are required to submit an actuarial pricing bid to CMS for approval. The BPT software is used by MAOs and PDPs to price their plan benefit package. The BPT software is used by CMS to review and approve the plan pricing proposed by each organization; Frequency: Reporting ‘‘ On occasion, Annually and As required by new legislation; Affected Public: Business or other for-profit and not-for-profit institutions; Number of Respondents: 350; Total Annual Responses: 350; Total Annual Hours: 12,050. To obtain copies of the supporting statement and any related forms for the proposed paperwork collections referenced above, access CMS’’ Web site address at https://www.cms.hhs.gov/ regulations/pra/, or E-mail your request, including your address, phone number, OMB number, and CMS document identifier, to Paperwork@cms.hhs.gov, or call the Reports Clearance Office on (410) 786–1326. To be assured consideration, comments and recommendations for the proposed information collections must be received at the address below, no later than 5 p.m. on December 6, 2005. CMS, Office of Strategic Operations and Regulatory Affairs, Division of Regulations Development, Attention: Melissa Musotto, Room C4–26–05, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, Maryland 21244–1850. Dated: September 30, 2005. Michelle Shortt, Director, Regulations Development Group, Office of Strategic Operations and Regulatory Affairs. [FR Doc. 05–20228 Filed 10–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4120–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Document Identifier: CMS–10171] Emergency Clearance: Public Information Collection Requirements Submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. In compliance with the requirement of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Health AGENCY: E:\FR\FM\07OCN1.SGM 07OCN1

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

[Document Identifier: CMS-1513]


Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB 
Review; Comment Request

AGENCY: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, HHS.
    In compliance with the requirement of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the 
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid 
Services (CMS), Department of Health and Human Services, is publishing 
the following summary of proposed collections for public comment. 
Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding this burden 
estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, 
including any of the following subjects: (1) The necessity and utility 
of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of 
the Agency's function; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) 
ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to 
be collected; and (4) the use of automated collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology to minimize the information 
collection burden.
    1. Type of Information Collection Request: Extension of a currently 
approved collection; Title of Information Collection: Disclosure of 
Ownership and Financial Control Interest Statement; Form No.: CMS-1513 
(OMB 0938-0086); Use: This information must be collected by 
State agencies and CMS regional offices to determine whether providers/
suppliers meet the eligibility requirements for Titles XVIII, XIX, 
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), and for grants under 
Titles V and XX. Review of ownership and control is particularly 
necessary to prohibit ownership and control for individuals excluded 
under Federal fraud statutes; Frequency: Recordkeeping and Reporting--
Other (every 1 to 3 years); Affected Public: Business or other for-
profit, not-for-profit institutions; Number of Respondents: 125,000; 
Total

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Annual Responses: 125,000; Total Annual Hours: 62,500.
    To obtain copies of the supporting statement and any related forms 
for these paperwork collections referenced above, access CMS Web site 
address at https://www.cms.hhs.gov/regulations/pra/, or E-mail your 
request, including your address, phone number, OMB number, and CMS 
document identifier, to Paperwork@cms.hhs.gov, or call the Reports 
Clearance Office on (410) 786-1326.
    To be assured consideration, comments and recommendations for the 
proposed information collections must be received by the OMB Desk 
Officer at the address below, no later than 5 p.m. on November 7, 2005.
    OMB Human Resources and Housing Branch, Attention: CMS Desk 
Officer, New Executive Office Building, Room 10235, Washington, DC 
20503.

    Dated: September 29, 2005.
Michelle Shortt,
Director, Regulations Development Group, Office of Strategic Operations 
and Regulatory Affairs.
[FR Doc. 05-20101 Filed 10-6-05; 8:45 am]
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