Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Certification of Medical Necessity, 79223-79224 [2020-27012]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 237 / Wednesday, December 9, 2020 / Notices and costs) is minimal, collection instruments are clearly understood, and OSHA’s estimate of the information collection burden is accurate. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSH Act) (29 U.S.C. 651 et seq.) authorizes information collection by employers as necessary or appropriate for enforcement of the OSH Act or for developing information regarding the causes and prevention of occupational injuries, illnesses, and accidents (29 U.S.C. 657). The OSH Act also requires that OSHA obtain such information with minimum burden upon employers, especially those operating small businesses, and to reduce to the maximum extent feasible unnecessary duplication of efforts in obtaining information (29 U.S.C. 657). In 2016, OSHA established the Safe + Sound Campaign, a voluntary effort to support the implementation of safety and health programs in businesses throughout the United States. Outside stakeholders, including safety and health professional organizations, trade and industry associations, academic institutions, and state and federal government agencies, collaborate with the agency on the Campaign. The Campaign includes periodic activities and events, ranging from regular email updates to quarterly national webinars to local meetings to an annual national stand down (i.e., Safe + Sound Week), designed to increase overall employer and employee awareness and understanding of safety and health programs and promote employer adoption of these programs. OSHA believes widespread implementation of such programs will substantially improve overall workplace safety and health conditions. jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES II. Special Issues for Comment OSHA has a particular interest in comments on the following issues: • Whether the proposed information collection requirements are necessary for the proper performance of the agency’s functions, including whether the information is useful; • The accuracy of OSHA’s estimate of the burden (time and costs) of the information collection requirements, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; • The quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; and • Ways to minimize the burden on employers who must comply; for example, by using automated or other technological information collection and transmission techniques. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:16 Dec 08, 2020 Jkt 253001 III. Proposed Actions The Agency is requesting an adjustment increase of 91 in burden hours (from 754 hours to 845 hours) resulting from an increase in the number of respondents due to an increase of participants and the addition of the focus group interviews. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Title: Safe + Sound Campaign. OMB Control Number: 1218–0269. Affected Public: Business or other forprofits. Number of Respondents: 11,585. Frequency of Responses: Annually. Average Time per Response: Time varies per response. Estimated Total Burden Hours: 845. Estimated Cost (Operation and Maintenance): $25,209.88. IV. Public Participation—Submission of Comments on This Notice and Internet Access to Comments and Submissions You may submit comments in response to this document as follows: (1) Electronically at https:// regulations.gov, which is the Federal eRulemaking Portal; (2) by facsimile (fax); or (3) by hard copy. Please note: While OSHA’s Docket Office is continuing to accept and process submissions by regular mail, due to the COVID–19 pandemic, the Docket Office is closed to the public and not able to receive submissions to the docket by hand, express mail, messenger, and courier service. All comments, attachments, and other materials must identify the agency name and the OSHA docket number for the ICR (Docket No. OSHA–2017–0013). You may supplement electronic submissions by uploading document files electronically. If you wish to mail additional materials in reference to an electronic or facsimile submission, you must submit them to the OSHA Docket Office (see the section of this notice titled ‘‘ADDRESSES’’). The additional materials must clearly identify your electronic comments by your name, date, and the docket number so the agency can attach them to your comments. Because of security procedures, the use of regular mail may cause a significant delay in the receipt of comments. Comments and submissions are posted without change at https:// www.regulations.gov. Therefore, OSHA cautions comments about submitting personal information such as social security numbers and date of birth. Although all submissions are listed in the https://www.regulations.gov index, some information (e.g., copyrighted PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 79223 material) is not publicly available to read or download through this website. All submissions, including copyrighted material, are available for inspection and copying at the OSHA Docket Office. Information on using the https:// www.regulations.gov website to submit comments and access the docket is available at the website’s ‘‘User Tips’’ link. Contact the OSHA Docket Office for information about materials not available through the website, and for assistance in using the internet to locate docket submissions. V. Authority and Signature Loren Sweatt, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health, directed the preparation of this notice. The authority for this notice is the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3506 et seq.) and Secretary of Labor’s Order No. 1–2012 (77 FR 3912). Signed at Washington, DC, on December 3, 2020. Loren Sweatt, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health. [FR Doc. 2020–27052 Filed 12–8–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4510–26–P DEPARTMENT OF LABOR Office of the Workers’ Compensation Programs Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Certification of Medical Necessity Division of Coal Mine Workers’ Compensation, Labor. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting comments concerning a proposed extension for the authority to conduct the information collection request (ICR) titled, ‘‘Certification of Medical Necessity.’’ This comment request is part of continuing Departmental efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). SUMMARY: Consideration will be given to all written comments received by February 8, 2021. ADDRESSES: A copy of this ICR with applicable supporting documentation; including a description of the likely respondents, proposed frequency of response, and estimated total burden may be obtained free by contacting Anjanette Suggs by telephone at 202– DATES: E:\FR\FM\09DEN1.SGM 09DEN1 jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES 79224 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 237 / Wednesday, December 9, 2020 / Notices 354–9660 or by email at suggs.anjanette@dol.gov. Submit written comments about, or requests for a copy of, this ICR by mail or courier to the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs, Room S3323, 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20210; by email: suggs.anjanette@ dol.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Anjanette Suggs by telephone at 202– 354–9660 or by email at suggs.anjanette@dol.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The DOL, as part of continuing efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies an opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing collections of information before submitting them to the OMB for final approval. This program helps to ensure requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements can be properly assessed. The Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs administers the Federal Black Lung Workers’ Compensation Program. The Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901(a)(b) and its implementing regulations necessitate this information collection. The regulations at 20 CFR 725.701, establish miner eligibility for medical services and supplies for the length of time required by the miner’s pneumoconiosis and related disability. 20 CFR 725.706 requires prior approval before ordering an apparatus where the purchase price exceeds $300. 20 CFR 727.707 provides for the ongoing supervision of the miner’s medical care, including the necessity, character and sufficiency of care to be furnished; gives the authority to request medical reports; and indicates the right to refuse payment of failing to submit any report required. Because of the above legislation and regulations, it was necessary to devise a form to collect the required information. The form is the CM–893, Certification of Medical Necessity is completed by the coal miner’s doctor and is used by the Division of Coal Mine Workers’ Compensation to determine if the miner meets impairment standards to qualify for durable medical equipment and home nursing. This information collection is currently approved, for use through April 30, 2021. The Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901(a)(b) and implementing regulation, 20 CFR VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:16 Dec 08, 2020 Jkt 253001 725.406, authorizes this information collection. This information collection is subject to the PRA. A Federal agency generally cannot conduct or sponsor a collection of information, and the public is generally not required to respond to an information collection, unless the OMB under the PRA approves it and displays a currently valid OMB Control Number. In addition, notwithstanding any other provisions of law, no person shall generally be subject to penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information that does not display a valid Control Number. See 5 CFR 1320.5(a) and 1320.6. Interested parties are encouraged to provide comments to the contact shown in the ADDRESSES section. Written comments will receive consideration, and summarized and included in the request for OMB approval of the final ICR. In order to help ensure appropriate consideration, comments should mention 1240–0024. Submitted comments will also be a matter of public record for this ICR and posted on the internet, without redaction. The DOL encourages commenters not to include personally identifiable information, confidential business data, or other sensitive statements/information in any comments. The DOL is particularly interested in comments that: • Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility. • Evaluate the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used. • Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and • Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. Agency: DOL-Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs. Type of Review: Extension. Title of Collection: Certification of Medical Necessity. Form: CM–893. OMB Control Number: 1240–0024. PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Affected Public: Individuals or households; Business or other for profit, and Not for profit institutions. Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,300. Frequency: On occasion. Total Estimated Annual Responses: 1,300. Estimated Average Time per Response: 20–40 minutes. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 488 hours. Total Estimated Annual Other Cost Burden: $0. Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A). Anjanette Suggs, Agency Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. 2020–27012 Filed 12–8–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4510–CK–P NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). ACTION: Notice of a Modified System of Records. AGENCY: Pursuant to the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration is issuing public notice of its proposal to significantly alter a previously noticed system of records NASA Health Information Management System/NASA 10HIMS. This notice incorporates locations and NASA standard routine uses, as appropriate, that NASA has previously published separately from, and cited by reference in, this and other NASA systems of records notices. This notice further clarifies and crystalizes this system of records; updates records access, notification, and contesting procedures; enhances one and adds one new routine uses, as set forth below under the caption SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION. DATES: Submit comments within 30 calendar days from the date of this publication. The changes will take effect at the end of that period, if no adverse comments are received. ADDRESSES: Patti F. Stockman, Privacy Act Officer, Office of the Chief Information Officer, National Aeronautics and Space Administration Headquarters, Washington, DC 20546– 0001, (202) 358–4787, NASAPAOfficer@nasa.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: NASA Privacy Act Officer, Patti F. Stockman, (202) 358–4787, NASAPAOfficer@nasa.gov. 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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 237 (Wednesday, December 9, 2020)]
[Notices]
[Pages 79223-79224]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2020-27012]


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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Office of the Workers' Compensation Programs


Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; 
Certification of Medical Necessity

AGENCY: Division of Coal Mine Workers' Compensation, Labor.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting comments 
concerning a proposed extension for the authority to conduct the 
information collection request (ICR) titled, ``Certification of Medical 
Necessity.'' This comment request is part of continuing Departmental 
efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden in accordance with 
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA).

DATES: Consideration will be given to all written comments received by 
February 8, 2021.

ADDRESSES: A copy of this ICR with applicable supporting documentation; 
including a description of the likely respondents, proposed frequency 
of response, and estimated total burden may be obtained free by 
contacting Anjanette Suggs by telephone at 202-

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354-9660 or by email at [email protected].
    Submit written comments about, or requests for a copy of, this ICR 
by mail or courier to the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Workers' 
Compensation Programs, Room S3323, 200 Constitution Avenue NW, 
Washington, DC 20210; by email: [email protected].

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  Anjanette Suggs by telephone at 202-
354-9660 or by email at [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The DOL, as part of continuing efforts to 
reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance 
consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies 
an opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing collections of 
information before submitting them to the OMB for final approval. This 
program helps to ensure requested data can be provided in the desired 
format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, 
collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of 
collection requirements can be properly assessed.
    The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs administers the 
Federal Black Lung Workers' Compensation Program. The Black Lung 
Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901(a)(b) and its implementing regulations 
necessitate this information collection. The regulations at 20 CFR 
725.701, establish miner eligibility for medical services and supplies 
for the length of time required by the miner's pneumoconiosis and 
related disability. 20 CFR 725.706 requires prior approval before 
ordering an apparatus where the purchase price exceeds $300. 20 CFR 
727.707 provides for the ongoing supervision of the miner's medical 
care, including the necessity, character and sufficiency of care to be 
furnished; gives the authority to request medical reports; and 
indicates the right to refuse payment of failing to submit any report 
required. Because of the above legislation and regulations, it was 
necessary to devise a form to collect the required information. The 
form is the CM-893, Certification of Medical Necessity is completed by 
the coal miner's doctor and is used by the Division of Coal Mine 
Workers' Compensation to determine if the miner meets impairment 
standards to qualify for durable medical equipment and home nursing. 
This information collection is currently approved, for use through 
April 30, 2021. The Black Lung Benefits Act (30 U.S.C. 901(a)(b) and 
implementing regulation, 20 CFR 725.406, authorizes this information 
collection.
    This information collection is subject to the PRA. A Federal agency 
generally cannot conduct or sponsor a collection of information, and 
the public is generally not required to respond to an information 
collection, unless the OMB under the PRA approves it and displays a 
currently valid OMB Control Number. In addition, notwithstanding any 
other provisions of law, no person shall generally be subject to 
penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information that 
does not display a valid Control Number. See 5 CFR 1320.5(a) and 
1320.6.
    Interested parties are encouraged to provide comments to the 
contact shown in the ADDRESSES section. Written comments will receive 
consideration, and summarized and included in the request for OMB 
approval of the final ICR. In order to help ensure appropriate 
consideration, comments should mention 1240-0024.
    Submitted comments will also be a matter of public record for this 
ICR and posted on the internet, without redaction. The DOL encourages 
commenters not to include personally identifiable information, 
confidential business data, or other sensitive statements/information 
in any comments.
    The DOL is particularly interested in comments that:
     Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is 
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, 
including whether the information will have practical utility.
     Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the 
burden of the proposed collection of information, including the 
validity of the methodology and assumptions used.
     Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the 
information to be collected; and
     Minimize the burden of the collection of information on 
those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate 
automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection 
techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting 
electronic submission of responses.
    Agency: DOL-Office of Workers' Compensation Programs.
    Type of Review: Extension.
    Title of Collection: Certification of Medical Necessity.
    Form: CM-893.
    OMB Control Number: 1240-0024.
    Affected Public: Individuals or households; Business or other for 
profit, and Not for profit institutions.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,300.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Total Estimated Annual Responses: 1,300.
    Estimated Average Time per Response: 20-40 minutes.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 488 hours.
    Total Estimated Annual Other Cost Burden: $0.
    Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A).

Anjanette Suggs,
Agency Clearance Officer.
[FR Doc. 2020-27012 Filed 12-8-20; 8:45 am]
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