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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7099
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public comments on its plan to gather information from the public, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This involves a process where federal agencies need to announce in the Federal Register any proposed information collection and allow for public input. Specifically, the CMS plans to revise currently approved information collected about dental providers and benefit packages on the Insure Kids Now! website. Comments must be submitted by February 25, 2021, and can be sent via the website or by contacting the relevant CMS office.

    Simple Explanation

    The people who take care of health insurance want to ask questions to make sure everyone understands their dental options. They are asking for help from the public to make these questions better and want comments by February 25, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8202
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced an opportunity for the public to provide comments on their plans to collect information as part of their administrative processes. According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this is a requirement for federal agencies before they can gather such information. The public is encouraged to comment on various aspects, including the necessity and utility of the information being collected and ways to minimize the burden of data collection. Comments must be submitted by March 8, 2021, and instructions for submission are available on the provided websites.

    Simple Explanation

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services want to ask people for information to help them work better, and they are giving everyone a chance to say what they think about this plan before moving forward.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8793
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a chance for the public to comment on their plan to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This act requires federal agencies to get approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) before gathering information from the public. CMS is seeking comments on things like the necessity of the information, how it will be collected, and ways to minimize the burden on the public. The public has until March 11, 2021, to provide feedback on this proposed information collection.

    Simple Explanation

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services wants people to share their thoughts on how they can make filling out forms easier and more helpful. They need to collect information from people, but they want to make sure it's easy and safe for everyone to do so.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8650
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on their plan to gather information from the public, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice provides the public a chance to comment on the necessity and usefulness of the proposed information collection, as well as ways to improve the collection process. CMS is specifically addressing the approval process for waivers related to health care-related taxes that states may apply for. Comments must be submitted by March 10, 2021, to assist in determining the impact on Federal financial participation.

    Simple Explanation

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) want to ask people for their thoughts on some forms they plan to use, and they have a short time to hear back. They're trying to figure out if these forms are helpful and if there are easier ways to use computers to fill them out.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3220
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves proposals for Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and other health entities, focusing on COVID-19 vaccine education and documentation. CMS is seeking feedback on the burden and utility of these collections, aiming to reduce any unnecessary strain while ensuring vital data is gathered appropriately. Additionally, CMS has streamlined the documentation process relating to COVID-19 vaccine offers due to the conclusion of the public health emergency.

    Simple Explanation

    CMS wants to ask people about collecting information, especially about the COVID-19 vaccine, to make sure it doesn't take too much time or effort. They're trying to make it easier for everyone by being careful with their questions but haven't said much about how they came up with their numbers or how they'll use the comments they get.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11779
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public comment on its plan to gather information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This Act requires agencies to publish notices about proposed information collections in the Federal Register. Comments are invited on the estimated burden of the information collection and ways to minimize it using technologies or other methods. The deadline for sending comments to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is March 29, 2021, and further details can be found on CMS's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services want to know what people think about them asking for information, like when you fill out a form, to help them do their job better. They want to hear if filling out these forms is too hard and if there are easy ways to make it better before the end of March 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8362
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information from the public under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice is published as part of a required procedure before seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget for each information collection. Among the items addressed are Medicare Health Outcomes Survey, Community Mental Health Center Cost Report, the Request For Termination of Premium-Hospital and/or Supplementary Medical Insurance, and the Appointment of Representative form. CMS seeks feedback on the necessity and utility of these information collections, as well as suggestions for improving their quality and minimizing the burden they impose. Public comments are due by April 6, 2021, and can be submitted electronically or via regular mail.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to hear what people think about forms they need to fill out for things like visiting the doctor or hospital. They want to make these forms easier to understand and quicker to complete, and people can share their thoughts on how to do this until April 6, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7401
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public feedback on a plan to gather information from the public, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The proposed information collection relates to new rules under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that require doctors to inform patients when they can receive certain medical imaging services, like MRIs or CT scans, from a different provider. This aims to help patients make informed choices about their healthcare. CMS plans to use the collected data to ensure compliance with these disclosure requirements. Public comments are invited until March 1, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to know what people think about doctors telling patients they can get certain tests done elsewhere and how that information is collected. They want people to share their thoughts by March 1, 2021, to make sure the new rules work well.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102149
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public comments on its plan to collect information as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This process involves gathering feedback about the necessity, usefulness, and clarity of the proposed information collection, along with suggestions on reducing the burden on those who must provide it. The highlight of this announcement is the Review Choice Demonstration for Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Services, aimed at tackling Medicare fraud by improving procedures for identifying and investigating potential fraud. The demonstration will take place in several states and will impact both for-profit and non-profit organizations, with an estimated 526 respondents providing 179,910 responses annually.

    Simple Explanation

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) wants people to share their thoughts on a plan to collect information to help find and stop bad actions related to Medicare. This plan is like a test happening in some places to see how well it works, and CMS wants to know if it’s helpful and how to make it better, using fewer people's time and new tools like computers.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 96653
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is proposing to collect financial information from Medicare Health Plans and related organizations, as part of the Fiscal Soundness Reporting Requirements. This proposal seeks feedback from the public within a 60-day comment period, as required under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The CMS is responsible for ensuring that these health organizations maintain financially sound operations by reviewing their annual and quarterly financial statements. Public comments can be submitted electronically or by mail by February 3, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services wants to know what people think about their plan to check if health companies have enough money by looking at their money reports. They are asking people to share their opinions by February 3, 2025, to make sure everything works right and isn't too hard for companies to do.