Proposed Information Collection (Foreign Medical Program); Comment Request, 45716-45717 [2012-18727]

Download as PDF tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES 45716 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 148 / Wednesday, August 1, 2012 / Notices discontinuance and removal of Automatic Block System (ABS) signals between Milepost (MP) 119.3, Lehighton, and MP 130.6, Independence, on the Lehigh Line. This proceeding is identified as FRA Block Signal Application Docket Number FRA–2003–15754. A copy of RBMN’s full petition is available for review online at www.regulations.gov under the docket number identified above. FRA has conducted a field investigation in this matter and has issued a public notice seeking comments from interested parties. See 77 FR 2774–2775 (January 19, 2012). After examining the carrier’s proposal and the available facts, FRA has determined that a public hearing is necessary before a final decision is made on this proposal. Accordingly, FRA invites all interested persons to participate in a public hearing on August 22, 2012. The hearing will be conducted at the Tilden Township Municipal Building, 874 Hex Highway, Hamburg, PA 19526. The hearing will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interested parties are invited to present oral statements at the hearing. For information on facilities or services for persons with disabilities or to request special assistance at the hearing, contact FRA’s Docket Clerk, Jerome Melis-Tull, by telephone, email, or in writing, at least 5 business days before the date of the hearing. Mr. Melis-Tull’s contact information is: FRA, Office of Chief Counsel, Mail Stop 10, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590; telephone: 202– 493–6058; email: Jerome.MelisTull@dot.gov. The hearing will be conducted in accordance with Rule 25 of the FRA Rules of Practice (Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Section 211.25) by a representative designated by FRA. The hearing will be a non-adversarial proceeding; therefore, there will be no cross-examination of persons presenting statements. The FRA representative will make an opening statement outlining the scope of the hearing. After all initial statements have been completed, those persons wishing to make brief rebuttal statements will be given the opportunity to do so in the same order in which they made their initial statements. Additional procedures, if necessary for the conduct of the hearing, will be announced at the hearing. VerDate Mar<15>2010 19:53 Jul 31, 2012 Jkt 226001 Issued in Washington, DC, on July 26, 2012. Ron Hynes, Acting Deputy Associate Administrator for Regulatory and Legislative Operations. [FR Doc. 2012–18804 Filed 7–31–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–06–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0648] Proposed Information Collection (Foreign Medical Program); Comment Request Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information needed to reimburse healthcare providers for medical services provided to veterans with service-connected disabilities living or traveling overseas. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before October 1, 2012. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov; or to Cynthia Harvey Pryor, Veterans Health Administration (10P7BFP), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420 or email: cynthia.harvey-pryor@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘2900–0648’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cynthia Harvey-Pryor (202) 461–5870 or FAX (202) 273–9387. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00142 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, VHA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VHA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VHA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Titles: a. Foreign Medical Program Registration Form, VA Form 10–7959f– 1. b. Claim Cover Sheet—Foreign Medical Program, VA Form 10–7959f–2. OMB Control Number: 2900–0648. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstracts: a. Veterans with service connected disabilities living or traveling overseas complete VA Form 10–7959f–1 to enroll in the Foreign Medical Program. b. Healthcare providers complete VA Form 10–7959f–2 to submit claims for payments or reimbursement of expenses relating to veterans living or traveling overseas (except for the Philippines) with service-connected disability. VA will accept provider’s generated billing statement, Uniform Billing—Forms (UB) 04, and Medicare Health Insurance Claims Form, CMS 1500 for payments or reimbursements. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Total Annual Burden: a. Foreign Medical Program, VA Form 10–7959f–1—111 hours. b. Claim Cover Sheet, VA Form 10– 7959f–2—3,652 hours. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: a. Foreign Medical Program, VA Form 10–7959f–1—4 minutes. b. Claim Cover Sheet, VA Form 10– 7959f–2—11 minutes. Frequency of Response: On occasion. Estimated Number of Respondents: a. Foreign Medical Program, VA Form 10–7959f–1—1,660. b. Claim Cover Sheet, VA Form 10– 7959f–2—19,920. Dated: July 27, 2012. E:\FR\FM\01AUN1.SGM 01AUN1 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 148 / Wednesday, August 1, 2012 / Notices By direction of the Secretary. Denise McLamb, Program Analyst, Enterprise Records Service. [FR Doc. 2012–18727 Filed 7–31–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0427] Proposed Information Collection (Former Prisoner of War Medical History); Comment Request Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information needed to assess the health care disability compensation or rehabilitation needs of Former Prisoners of War (FPOW) veterans. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before October 1, 2012. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov; or to Cynthia Harvey Pryor, Veterans Health Administration (10P7BFP), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420 or email: cynthia.harvey-pryor@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘2900–0427’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cynthia Harvey-Pryor (202) 461–5870 or FAX (202) 273–9387. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 19:53 Jul 31, 2012 Jkt 226001 With respect to the following collection of information, VHA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VHA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VHA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Title: Former Prisoner of War (FPOW) Medical History, VA Form 10–0048. OMB Control Number: 2900–0427. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: VA Form 10–0048 is completed by a VA physician during a medical examination of a Former Prisoner of War veteran. VA will use the data collected as a guide and reference for treatment planning for the FPOW veteran. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Total Annual Burden: 113 hours. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 90 minutes. Frequency of Response: One time. Estimated Number of Respondents: 75. Dated: July 27, 2012. By direction of the Secretary. Denise McLamb, Program Analyst, Enterprise Records Service. [FR Doc. 2012–18728 Filed 7–31–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0227] Proposed Information Collection (Food Service and Nutritional Care Analysis) Activity; Comment Request Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00143 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 45717 publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information needed to determine patients’ satisfaction with the quality of food and nutrition services. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before October 1, 2012. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov; or to Cynthia Harvey-Pryor, Veterans Health Administration (10P7BFP), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420; or email: cynthia.harvey-pryor@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900– 0227’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through the FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cynthia Harvey-Pryor (202) 461–5870 or FAX (202) 273–9381. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, VHA invites comments on: (1) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VHA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VHA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Title: Food Service and Nutritional Care Analysis, VA Form 10–5387. OMB Control Number: 2900–0227. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: VA will use the data collected to determine the level of patient satisfaction and quality of service resulting from advanced food preparation and advanced food delivery systems. 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[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 148 (Wednesday, August 1, 2012)]
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[Pages 45716-45717]
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[FR Doc No: 2012-18727]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

[OMB Control No. 2900-0648]


Proposed Information Collection (Foreign Medical Program); 
Comment Request

AGENCY: Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is announcing an 
opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain 
information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 
1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal 
Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including 
each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 
60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice 
solicits comments on information needed to reimburse healthcare 
providers for medical services provided to veterans with service-
connected disabilities living or traveling overseas.

DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection 
of information should be received on or before October 1, 2012.

ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information 
through the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at 
www.Regulations.gov; or to Cynthia Harvey Pryor, Veterans Health 
Administration (10P7BFP), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420 or email: cynthia.harvey-pryor@va.gov. 
Please refer to ``2900-0648'' in any correspondence. During the comment 
period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cynthia Harvey-Pryor (202) 461-5870 or 
FAX (202) 273-9387.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 
U.S.C. 3501-3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the 
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of 
information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being 
made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA.
    With respect to the following collection of information, VHA 
invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information 
is necessary for the proper performance of VHA's functions, including 
whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy 
of VHA's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of 
information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of 
the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of 
the collection of information on respondents, including through the use 
of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of 
information technology.
    Titles:
    a. Foreign Medical Program Registration Form, VA Form 10-7959f-1.
    b. Claim Cover Sheet--Foreign Medical Program, VA Form 10-7959f-2.
    OMB Control Number: 2900-0648.
    Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
    Abstracts:
    a. Veterans with service connected disabilities living or traveling 
overseas complete VA Form 10-7959f-1 to enroll in the Foreign Medical 
Program.
    b. Healthcare providers complete VA Form 10-7959f-2 to submit 
claims for payments or reimbursement of expenses relating to veterans 
living or traveling overseas (except for the Philippines) with service-
connected disability. VA will accept provider's generated billing 
statement, Uniform Billing--Forms (UB) 04, and Medicare Health 
Insurance Claims Form, CMS 1500 for payments or reimbursements.
    Affected Public: Individuals or households.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden:
    a. Foreign Medical Program, VA Form 10-7959f-1--111 hours.
    b. Claim Cover Sheet, VA Form 10-7959f-2--3,652 hours.
    Estimated Average Burden per Respondent:
    a. Foreign Medical Program, VA Form 10-7959f-1--4 minutes.
    b. Claim Cover Sheet, VA Form 10-7959f-2--11 minutes.
    Frequency of Response: On occasion.
    Estimated Number of Respondents:
    a. Foreign Medical Program, VA Form 10-7959f-1--1,660.
    b. Claim Cover Sheet, VA Form 10-7959f-2--19,920.

    Dated: July 27, 2012.


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    By direction of the Secretary.
Denise McLamb,
Program Analyst, Enterprise Records Service.
[FR Doc. 2012-18727 Filed 7-31-12; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 8320-01-P
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