This information
collection as amended by the agency memorandum dated 12/10/96 is
approved for use through 12/31/97 subject to the following terms of
clearance: 1. Upon resubmission of this information collection, the
agency shall address in its justification the ways in which this
data has been and will be used to support program priorities. 2.
Prior to a future resubmission of this instrument or the NHIS
supplement, the agency shall provide to OMB a detailed crosswalk
between the two instruments. After reviewing this analysis, OMB may
reevaluate or request changes to either or both instruments to
minimize redundency and ensure linkages between questions on
patient history/characteristics and health prevalence and
utilization. In the analysis, the Department shall also explain any
differences in the reliability or validity of self-reported
responses versus information based on medical records or
professional expertise.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/1997
12/31/1997
2,500
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0
13,125
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0
0
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0
This survey will update the previous
client/patient sample survey conducted in 1986. National estimates
will be generated on the number, utilization patterns, and
characteristics of clients/patients treated in specialty mental
health organizations. A sample of 2,500 organizations/programs will
provide information on an average of 20 client/patient admissions
and clients under care at those organizations.
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.