CDC proposes to conduct a one-time
mail survey administered over 3 years among physicians who perform
endoscopic colorectal cancer screening and follow-up examinations
to make an assessment of the current state-level capacity to
perform these examinations for all appropriate persons in 15
selected states. The results of the state-level analysis will be
used to (1) identify deficits in the medical infrastructure
regarding colorectal cancer procedures; (2) guide the development
of training initiatives and educational programs for health care
providers; (3) provide critical baseline information
for........
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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).
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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;
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