Approved for use
through 8/91 under the condition that the new survey instrument
includes questions 1.c, 3, 4-7, 8-11, 17, 23, 35, and 42-48 from
the previous survey. If the OIG is receiving insignificant response
to some of these questions, it may consider increasing the sample
size. In addition, future analyses of nonresponse should consider
utilization and perception of health status. Finally, the next
submission for OMB review should be designed to evaluate
differences in claims processing and any significant problems for
participating versus non participating Medicare physicians.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/1991
08/31/1991
640
0
0
214
0
0
0
0
0
THIS REQUEST FOR ANNUAL SURVEYS OF
BENEFICIARY EXPERIENCE AND SATISFACTION WITH THE MEDICARE PROGRAM
IS NEEDED TO IDENTIFY PROGRAM INEFFICIENCIES AND MONITOR THE
EFFECTIVENESS OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TAK BY THE DEPARTMENT. EACH
YEAR FINDINGS WILL BE COMPARED TO THOSE OF PREVIOUS
SURVEYS.
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.