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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is inviting public comments on their plan to gather information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. CMS intends to extend two information collections: the Business Proposal Forms for Quality Improvement Organizations (CMS-718-721) and the Medicare/Medicaid Psychiatric Hospital Survey Data (CMS-724). These forms help CMS evaluate contract proposals and maintain accurate databases for psychiatric hospitals. Public comments can be submitted until April 5, 2021, ensuring transparency and community involvement in CMS's information collection processes.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is asking the public to comment on its plan to collect information. This is part of a requirement by the Paperwork Reduction Act, which asks federal agencies to publish a notice in the Federal Register about any proposed information collection and give the public 60 days to respond. Comments must be submitted by March 4, 2025, either electronically or by regular mail. The notice discusses two forms: one related to the submission requirements for Medicare Advantage Model of Care and another for terminating certain Medicare coverages.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect certain information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This announcement allows the public to provide feedback on aspects like the necessity, accuracy, and methods of the proposed information collection, aiming to reduce the paperwork burden. One key collection discussed is the Laboratory Personnel Report (CLIA), which requires laboratories to provide data about their staff to ensure compliance with set standards. Comments will be accepted until March 4, 2025, and detailed instructions for submission can be found in the notice.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is asking for public comments on plans to gather information from the public under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves several forms related to the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program, which they are updating to handle new data formats and higher drug prices. They require input on the accuracy of their burden estimates and suggestions to improve information collection. Comments must be submitted by March 25, 2021, as noted in the Federal Register.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public input on their plan to collect information from the public, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This includes proposed new collections, extensions, or updates to existing collections. The public has until February 28, 2025, to submit comments. This process aims to ensure the information collected is necessary and useful, and help improve the quality and effectiveness of the information gathering methods used by the CMS.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is giving the public a chance to comment on its plan to gather information. This is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act, which requires federal agencies to announce new or ongoing information collection efforts and invite public feedback. The notice highlights how this information collection helps CMS with its functions and seeks input on improving data collection methods to reduce burden. Public comments are welcome through various channels until April 26, 2021.

The Social Security Administration has issued a Temporary Final Rule (TFR) extending the flexibility in evaluating the "close proximity of time" standard for musculoskeletal disorder listings until May 11, 2029. This extension allows the administration more time to study healthcare practices and access, especially given the increased use of telehealth services after the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. The rule aims to accommodate the ongoing changes in healthcare access and provision by allowing more time for individuals to meet the required medical listing criteria for disability claims. The public is invited to submit comments on this rule by March 18, 2025.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is allowing the public to comment on its plan to gather information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Federal agencies must make a public announcement in the Federal Register about any proposed data collection and give the public 60 days to comment. The comments can cover various aspects, such as the necessity of the data collection and ways to reduce the burden of providing information. This notice specifically discusses the extension of the National Implementation of the In-Center Hemodialysis CAHPS Survey, which helps report on dialysis facilities and improve healthcare quality.

The Department of Health and Human Services has updated and clarified the roles and responsibilities of its Office of the General Counsel (OGC). This includes providing legal services and advice to the entire department, except for specific areas under the jurisdiction of the Office of Inspector General. The OGC is organized into several divisions and regional offices, each with specific functions like legal representation, handling ethics issues, and overseeing litigation. The revised organization ensures that the department receives uniform legal guidance throughout its various branches and programs.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public comments on its intention to collect certain information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This information collection concerns the State-based Exchange and Small Business Health Options Program, which are part of the Affordable Care Act. The goal is to gather feedback on their burden estimates, the necessity, and the usefulness of this information collection. Comments are open until January 31, 2025, and can be submitted electronically or by mail.