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Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 184 / Friday, September 22, 2006 / Notices sroberts on PROD1PC70 with NOTICES responsible for ‘‘one-third of any applicable income-related monthly adjustment amount,’’ and we used a value of 331⁄3 percent to calculate the income-related monthly adjustment amounts. In this notice, we are correcting the income-related adjustment amounts to reflect a value of ‘‘33 percent’’ as the basis for the calculation of these rates. II. Correction of Errors In FR Doc. 06–7709 of September 18, 2006 (71 FR 54665), make the following corrections: 1. On page 54665, in the third column, in the second paragraph, line sixteen, the term ‘‘one third’’ is corrected to read ‘‘33 percent.’’ 2. On page 54665, in the third column, in the third paragraph, line eight, following the parenthetical and comma ‘‘(standard premium),’’ the premium rates are corrected to read $105.80, $124.40, $142.90, and $161.40. 3. On pages 54667 and 54668, in the third column, following the fifth paragraph, in the first table following the section titled ‘‘II.A., Notice of Medicare Part B Monthly Actuarial Rates, Monthly Premium Rates, and Annual Deductible,’’ the amounts listed in the second row of the table are corrected to read $12.30, $105.80; third row are corrected to read $30.90, $124.40; fourth row are corrected to read $49.40, $142.90, and fifth row are corrected to read $67.90, $161.40. 4. On page 54668, in the third column, following the first paragraph, in the second table following the section titled ‘‘II.A., Notice of Medicare Part B Monthly Actuarial Rates, Monthly Premium Rates, and Annual Deductible,’’ the amounts listed in the second row are corrected to read $49.40, $142.90, and third row are corrected to read $67.90, $161.40. 5. On page 54669, in the third column, following the third paragraph, in the first table following the section titled ‘‘5. Premium Rates and Deductible,’’ the amounts listed in the second row are corrected to read $12.30, $105.80; the third row are corrected to read $30.90, $124.40; the fourth row are corrected to read $49.40, $142.90; and the fifth row are corrected to read $67.90, $161.40. 6. On pages 54669 and 54670, in the third column, in the fourth paragraph, in the second table following the section titled ‘‘5. Premium Rates and Deductible,’’ the amounts listed in the second row are corrected to read $49.40, $142.90; and the third row are corrected to read $67.90, $161.40. 7. On page 54672, in the third column, following the first full VerDate Aug<31>2005 20:37 Sep 21, 2006 Jkt 208001 paragraph, in the first table following the section titled ‘‘III. Regulatory Impact Analysis,’’ the amounts listed in the second row are corrected to read $12.30, $105.80; the third row are corrected to read $30.90, $124.40; the fourth row are corrected to read $49.90, $142.90; and the fifth row are corrected to read $67.90, $161.40. 8. On page 54672, in the third column, following the second paragraph, in the second table, the amounts listed in the second row are corrected to read $49.40, $142.90; and the third row are corrected to read $67.90, $161.40. 9. On page 54672, in the first column, in the fourth paragraph, after the clause ‘‘The monthly impact on the beneficiaries who are required to pay a higher premium for 2007 because their income exceeds specified thresholds is * * * the amounts and text are corrected to read as follows ‘‘$12.30, $30.90, $49.40, or $67.90 which is in addition to the standard monthly premium.’’ III. Waiver of Proposed Rulemaking We ordinarily publish a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register to provide a period for public comment before the provisions of a rule take effect in accordance with section 553(b) of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). However, we can waive this notice and comment procedure if the Secretary finds, for good cause, that the notice and comment process is impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest, and incorporates a statement of the finding and the reasons therefore in the notice. The Medicare statute requires the publication of the monthly actuarial rates and the Part B premium amounts in September. We ordinarily use general notices, rather than notice and comment rulemaking procedures, to make such announcements. In doing so, we note that, under the Administrative Procedure Act, interpretive rules, general statements of policy, and rules of agency organization, procedure, or practice are excepted from the requirements of notice and comment rulemaking. This notice corrects an inadvertent error in the notice that appeared in the Federal Register on September 18, 2006, entitled ‘‘Medicare Part B Monthly Actuarial Rates, Premium Rates, and Annual Deductible for Calendar Year 2007.’’ In that notice, we also determined that notice and comment was unnecessary because the formulas used to calculate the Part B premium and the income-related monthly PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 55481 adjustment amounts are statutorily directed and we can exercise no discretion in applying those formulas. Moreover, the statute establishes the time period for which the premium rates will apply, and delaying publication of the Part B premium rate such that it would not be published before that time would be contrary to the public interest. For the same reasons, we find good cause to waive notice and comment procedures with respect to this correction notice. In addition, this correction notice includes the changes necessary to correct a technical error in the computation of the income-related monthly adjustment amount under the statutory formula. Because these changes affect the amount of the Part B income-related monthly adjustment that will be paid by certain beneficiaries, it is in the public interest to ensure that these changes are made as soon after the publication of the original notice as possible. (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program No. 93.773, Medicare—Hospital Insurance; and Program No. 93.774, Medicare—Supplementary Medical Insurance Program) Dated: September 18, 2006. Ann C. Agnew, Executive Secretary to the Department. [FR Doc. 06–8008 Filed 9–19–06; 8:51 am] BILLING CODE 4120–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [CMS–7001–N] Medicare Program; Meeting of the Advisory Panel on Medicare Education, October 17, 2006 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS. ACTION: Notice of meeting. AGENCY: SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. Appendix 2, section 10(a) (Pub. L. 92–463), this notice announces a meeting of the Advisory Panel on Medicare Education (the Panel) on October 17, 2006. The Panel advises and makes recommendations to the Secretary of Health and Human Services (the Secretary) and the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of consumer education strategies concerning the Medicare program. This meeting is open to the public. E:\FR\FM\22SEN1.SGM 22SEN1 55482 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 184 / Friday, September 22, 2006 / Notices Meeting Date: October 17, 2006 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., e.d.t. Deadline for Meeting Registration, Presentations, and Written Comments: October 10, 2006, 12 noon, e.d.t. ADDRESSES: Meeting Location: Marriott Metro Center Hotel, 775 12th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20005, (202) 737– 2200. Meeting Registration, Presentations, and Written Comments: Lynne Johnson, Health Insurance Specialist, Division of Partnership Development, Office of External Affairs, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Mail stop S1–05–06, Baltimore, MD 21244–1850 or contact Ms. Johnson via e-mail at Lynne.Johnson@cms.hhs.gov. Meeting Registration: The meeting is open to the public, but attendance is limited to the space available. Persons wishing to attend this meeting must register by contacting Lynne Johnson at the address listed in the ADDRESSES section of this notice or by telephone at (410) 786–0090, by 12 noon, e.d.t., on October 10, 2006. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lynne Johnson, (410) 786–0090. Please refer to the CMS Advisory Committees’ Information Line (1–877–449–5659 toll free)/(410–786–9379 local) or the Internet (https://www.cms.hhs.gov/ FACA/04_APME.asp) for additional information and updates on committee activities. Press inquiries are handled through the CMS Press Office at (202) 690–6145. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section 222 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 217a), as amended, grants to the Secretary the authority to establish an advisory panel if the Secretary finds the panel necessary and in the public interest. The Secretary signed the charter establishing this Panel on January 21, 1999 and approved the renewal of the charter on January 14, 2005. The establishment of the charter and renewal of the charter were announced in the February 17, 1999 Federal Register (64 FR 7899), and the January 28, 2005 Federal Register (70 FR 4129), respectively. The Panel advises and makes recommendations to the Secretary and the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of consumer education strategies concerning the Medicare program. The goals of the Panel are as follows: • To develop and implement a national Medicare education program that describes the options for selecting a health plan under Medicare. sroberts on PROD1PC70 with NOTICES DATES: VerDate Aug<31>2005 20:37 Sep 21, 2006 Jkt 208001 • To enhance the Federal government’s effectiveness in informing the Medicare consumer, including the appropriate use of public-private partnerships. • To expand outreach to vulnerable and underserved communities, including racial and ethnic minorities, in the context of a national Medicare education program. • To assemble an information base of best practices for helping consumers evaluate health plan options and build a community infrastructure for information, counseling, and assistance. The current members of the Panel are: Anita B. Boles, Executive Director, Partnership for Clear Health Communications; Gwendolyn T. Bronson, SHINE/SHIP Counselor, Massachusetts SHINE Program; Dr. Yanira Cruz, President and Chief Executive Officer, National Hispanic Council on Aging; Clayton Fong, President and Chief Executive Officer, National Asian Pacific Center on Aging; Nan Kirsten-Forte, Executive Vice President, Consumer Services, WebMD; Dr. Jessie C. Gruman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Center for the Advancement of Health; Betty L. Kennard, Vice President, Government Programs and Compliance, Health First Health Plans; Dr. David Lansky, Director, Health Program, Markle Foundation; Dr. Daniel Lyons, Senior Vice President, Government Programs, Independence Blue Cross; Dr. Frank B. McArdle, Manager, Hewitt Research Office, Hewitt Associates; Traci McClellan, J.D., Executive Director, National Indian Council on Aging; Dr. Keith Mueller, Professor and Section Head, Health Services Research and Rural Health Policy, University of Nebraska; Lee Partridge, Senior Health Policy Advisor, National Partnership for Women and Families; Myisha M. Patterson, National Health Coordinator, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People; Susan O. Raetzman, Associate Director, Public Policy Institute, American Association of Retired Persons; Rebecca Snead, Administrative Manager, National Alliance of State Pharmacy Association; William A. Steel, President, The National Grange; Marvin Tuttle, Jr., CAE, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Financial Planning Association; Catherine Valenti, Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer, Caring Voice Coalition; and Grant Wedner, Manager, Business Development Team, Cosmix Corporation. The agenda for the October 17, 2006 meeting will include the following: PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 • Recap of the previous (May 25, 2006) meeting. • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Update. • Medicare Preventive Benefits. • Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Update. • Public Comment. • Listening Session with CMS Leadership. • Next Steps. Individuals or organizations that wish to make a 5-minute oral presentation on an agenda topic should submit a written copy of the oral presentation to Lynne Johnson at the address listed in the ADDRESSES section of this notice no later than 12 noon, e.d.t., on October 10, 2006. The number of oral presentations may be limited by the time available. Individuals not wishing to make a presentation may submit written comments to Ms. Johnson at the address listed in the ADDRESSES section of this notice by 12 noon, e.d.t., on October 10, 2006. Special Accommodation: Individuals requiring sign language interpretation or other special accommodations should contact Ms. Johnson at the address listed in the ADDRESSES section of this notice at least 15 days before the meeting. Authority: Sec. 222 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 217a) and sec. 10(a) of Public Law 92–463 (5 U.S.C. App. 2, sec. 10(a) and 41 CFR 102–3). (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program No. 93.733, Medicare—Hospital Insurance Program; and Program No. 93.774, Medicare—Supplementary Medical Insurance Program) Dated: September 7, 2006. Mark B. McClellan, Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. 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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 184 (Friday, September 22, 2006)]
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

[CMS-7001-N]


Medicare Program; Meeting of the Advisory Panel on Medicare 
Education, October 17, 2006

AGENCY: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS.

ACTION: Notice of meeting.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 
U.S.C. Appendix 2, section 10(a) (Pub. L. 92-463), this notice 
announces a meeting of the Advisory Panel on Medicare Education (the 
Panel) on October 17, 2006. The Panel advises and makes recommendations 
to the Secretary of Health and Human Services (the Secretary) and the 
Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on 
opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of consumer education 
strategies concerning the Medicare program. This meeting is open to the 
public.

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DATES: Meeting Date: October 17, 2006 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., e.d.t.
    Deadline for Meeting Registration, Presentations, and Written 
Comments: October 10, 2006, 12 noon, e.d.t.

ADDRESSES: Meeting Location: Marriott Metro Center Hotel, 775 12th 
Street, NW., Washington, DC 20005, (202) 737-2200.
    Meeting Registration, Presentations, and Written Comments: Lynne 
Johnson, Health Insurance Specialist, Division of Partnership 
Development, Office of External Affairs, Centers for Medicare & 
Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Mail stop S1-05-06, 
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 or contact Ms. Johnson via e-mail at 
Lynne.Johnson@cms.hhs.gov.
    Meeting Registration: The meeting is open to the public, but 
attendance is limited to the space available. Persons wishing to attend 
this meeting must register by contacting Lynne Johnson at the address 
listed in the ADDRESSES section of this notice or by telephone at (410) 
786-0090, by 12 noon, e.d.t., on October 10, 2006.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lynne Johnson, (410) 786-0090. Please 
refer to the CMS Advisory Committees' Information Line (1-877-449-5659 
toll free)/(410-786-9379 local) or the Internet (https://
www.cms.hhs.gov/FACA/04_APME.asp) for additional information and 
updates on committee activities. Press inquiries are handled through 
the CMS Press Office at (202) 690-6145.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section 222 of the Public Health Service Act 
(42 U.S.C. 217a), as amended, grants to the Secretary the authority to 
establish an advisory panel if the Secretary finds the panel necessary 
and in the public interest. The Secretary signed the charter 
establishing this Panel on January 21, 1999 and approved the renewal of 
the charter on January 14, 2005. The establishment of the charter and 
renewal of the charter were announced in the February 17, 1999 Federal 
Register (64 FR 7899), and the January 28, 2005 Federal Register (70 FR 
4129), respectively. The Panel advises and makes recommendations to the 
Secretary and the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid 
Services (CMS) on opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of 
consumer education strategies concerning the Medicare program.
    The goals of the Panel are as follows:
     To develop and implement a national Medicare education 
program that describes the options for selecting a health plan under 
Medicare.
     To enhance the Federal government's effectiveness in 
informing the Medicare consumer, including the appropriate use of 
public-private partnerships.
     To expand outreach to vulnerable and underserved 
communities, including racial and ethnic minorities, in the context of 
a national Medicare education program.
     To assemble an information base of best practices for 
helping consumers evaluate health plan options and build a community 
infrastructure for information, counseling, and assistance.
    The current members of the Panel are: Anita B. Boles, Executive 
Director, Partnership for Clear Health Communications; Gwendolyn T. 
Bronson, SHINE/SHIP Counselor, Massachusetts SHINE Program; Dr. Yanira 
Cruz, President and Chief Executive Officer, National Hispanic Council 
on Aging; Clayton Fong, President and Chief Executive Officer, National 
Asian Pacific Center on Aging; Nan Kirsten-Forte, Executive Vice 
President, Consumer Services, WebMD; Dr. Jessie C. Gruman, President 
and Chief Executive Officer, Center for the Advancement of Health; 
Betty L. Kennard, Vice President, Government Programs and Compliance, 
Health First Health Plans; Dr. David Lansky, Director, Health Program, 
Markle Foundation; Dr. Daniel Lyons, Senior Vice President, Government 
Programs, Independence Blue Cross; Dr. Frank B. McArdle, Manager, 
Hewitt Research Office, Hewitt Associates; Traci McClellan, J.D., 
Executive Director, National Indian Council on Aging; Dr. Keith 
Mueller, Professor and Section Head, Health Services Research and Rural 
Health Policy, University of Nebraska; Lee Partridge, Senior Health 
Policy Advisor, National Partnership for Women and Families; Myisha M. 
Patterson, National Health Coordinator, National Association for the 
Advancement of Colored People; Susan O. Raetzman, Associate Director, 
Public Policy Institute, American Association of Retired Persons; 
Rebecca Snead, Administrative Manager, National Alliance of State 
Pharmacy Association; William A. Steel, President, The National Grange; 
Marvin Tuttle, Jr., CAE, Executive Director and Chief Executive 
Officer, Financial Planning Association; Catherine Valenti, Chairperson 
and Chief Executive Officer, Caring Voice Coalition; and Grant Wedner, 
Manager, Business Development Team, Cosmix Corporation.
    The agenda for the October 17, 2006 meeting will include the 
following:
     Recap of the previous (May 25, 2006) meeting.
     Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Update.
     Medicare Preventive Benefits.
     Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Update.
     Public Comment.
     Listening Session with CMS Leadership.
     Next Steps.
    Individuals or organizations that wish to make a 5-minute oral 
presentation on an agenda topic should submit a written copy of the 
oral presentation to Lynne Johnson at the address listed in the 
ADDRESSES section of this notice no later than 12 noon, e.d.t., on 
October 10, 2006. The number of oral presentations may be limited by 
the time available. Individuals not wishing to make a presentation may 
submit written comments to Ms. Johnson at the address listed in the 
ADDRESSES section of this notice by 12 noon, e.d.t., on October 10, 
2006.
    Special Accommodation: Individuals requiring sign language 
interpretation or other special accommodations should contact Ms. 
Johnson at the address listed in the ADDRESSES section of this notice 
at least 15 days before the meeting.

    Authority: Sec. 222 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 
217a) and sec. 10(a) of Public Law 92-463 (5 U.S.C. App. 2, sec. 
10(a) and 41 CFR 102-3).

(Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program No. 93.733, 
Medicare--Hospital Insurance Program; and Program No. 93.774, 
Medicare--Supplementary Medical Insurance Program)

    Dated: September 7, 2006.
Mark B. McClellan,
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
[FR Doc. 06-7884 Filed 9-21-06; 8:45 am]
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