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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11304
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is seeking public comments on its plan to continue collecting data for the Rural Health Clinic (RHC) COVID-19 Testing Program. This program helps monitor the use of $225 million in federal funds provided to support COVID-19 testing in rural areas. Funded clinics report on their testing activities, the number of patients tested, and positive results. Comments and suggestions about the data collection process are invited to ensure the information gathering is efficient and useful.

    Simple Explanation

    The health department wants to know if people have any thoughts or ideas about how doctors in rural areas are telling them about COVID-19 tests and results. They want to make sure the way they're getting this information is helpful and not too complicated.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8364
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is planning to submit an Information Collection Request to the Office of Management and Budget. This is part of their procedure under the Paperwork Reduction Act, which allows for public input on such requests. The focus is on deeming health centers as Public Health Service employees, providing them with Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) coverage. HRSA seeks public comments on the related burden estimates or other aspects, and there are no proposed changes to the application process for 2022 and beyond.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to hear from people about making sure doctors at certain health centers have the right kind of insurance to help them if they get sued for doing something wrong while helping patients. They need people's opinions about the work involved in applying for this insurance.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3881
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, submitted an Information Collection Request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the 340B Drug Pricing Program's Administrative Dispute Resolution process. This process helps resolve disputes between drug manufacturers and covered entities, like hospitals, over drug pricing. For 30 days, the public can submit comments on this request. HRSA adjusted the expected number of dispute requests from 10 to 15 for the next three years and responded to public feedback on the estimated time burden and document requirements for filing a dispute.

    Simple Explanation

    The HRSA wants to know what people think about a new way to fix arguments over medicine prices between drug makers and hospitals. They are letting everyone say what they think for a month before making a final decision.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97627
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), under the Department of Health and Human Services, has submitted an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The proposed changes aim to improve data collection for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program's AIDS Education and Training Center Program, which equips healthcare providers to better treat people with HIV. Public comments are encouraged and can be submitted until January 8, 2025. These comments will help refine the new forms and contribute to assessing the effectiveness of training activities in achieving HIV treatment goals.

    Simple Explanation

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) wants to change how they collect information to help doctors treat people with HIV better. They need permission to do this, and they're asking people to say what they think about these changes by January 8, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8917
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), under the Department of Health and Human Services, is requesting public comments on a proposed survey. This survey aims to gather feedback from users of the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) to improve services and effectiveness. The survey addresses experiences with the NPDB, satisfaction levels, and its impact on decision-making within healthcare organizations. Comments on this data collection effort's utility, accuracy, and techniques are invited by March 12, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The Health Resources and Services Administration wants people to share their thoughts on a plan to ask questions about a big database that helps doctors and hospitals make good decisions. They want to know what people think to make sure the questions make sense, but they haven't explained everything about the plan clearly.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 5915
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, has submitted an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This action is in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. HRSA is seeking to extend the approval of the Environmental Information and Documentation (EID) checklist, which helps ensure that projects funded by HRSA comply with environmental laws like the National Environmental Policy Act. The public can comment on this proposal until February 18, 2025, and these comments will assist OMB in its decision-making process.

    Simple Explanation

    The Health Resources and Services Administration wants to make sure their projects don’t hurt the environment, so they’re asking people to share their opinions on a special checklist. This checklist helps them follow important rules before moving forward with projects.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11777
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) are holding a public meeting for the CDC/HRSA Advisory Committee on HIV, Viral Hepatitis, and STD Prevention and Treatment (CHACHSPT) on April 12, 2021. This meeting is open to the public and can be accessed through telephone or web conference, with limited lines available. The Committee will discuss topics like HIV testing guidelines and new methods for HIV and HCV testing. The meeting is intended to advise on preventing and controlling these diseases and supporting healthcare services for affected individuals.

    Simple Explanation

    The CDC and HRSA are having a public meeting to talk about ways to help people stay healthy from diseases like HIV. People can listen to the meeting on the phone or the internet, but there are only so many spots available.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9073
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has submitted a request to collect information from schools participating in loan programs for health professions students. This request includes updating certain forms to gain more insight into student borrowers and their academic institutions. Public comments on this request will be accepted until March 15, 2021. These loan programs aim to provide long-term, low-interest loans to students in various medical and nursing fields, ensuring participating schools maintain accurate records and report on program activities.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to make sure students learning to be doctors and nurses can borrow money to pay for school. They are asking people what they think about some new questions they want to ask schools about these loans, but it's not very clear what changes they want to make.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 14264
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has published a notice in the Federal Register listing petitions received under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. This program offers no-fault compensation to individuals injured by certain vaccines. The notice includes the names and details of various petitioners who have filed for compensation, along with their case numbers and locations. HRSA, on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services, collaborates with the United States Court of Federal Claims to manage these petitions.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has a special program to give money to people who got hurt by some vaccines. They made a list of people who asked for this help, and some big people in the government and a special court will decide if they get the money.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10980
    Reading Time:about 50 minutes

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has issued a notice regarding the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. This program provides compensation to individuals who suffered injuries from certain childhood vaccines. Petitions for compensation must be filed with the United States Court of Federal Claims, which then appoints special masters to evaluate these cases. The notice lists petitions received by HRSA in January 2021, providing details about each case, including the names of the petitioners and the cities where vaccines were administered.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has a program that helps people who get sick from certain vaccines by giving them money. They have a process where people ask for this help, and the courts look at these requests to decide if they should get the money.

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