This package is needed to encourage
proper distribution and effective utilization of ESRD treatment
sources while maintaining and improving the efficient delivery of
care by physicians and dialysis facilities.
The number of ESRD facilities
as of 2003 was approximately 4,297. In the first quarter of 2006
there are approximately 4,797 facilities. The burden for this
request is based on 4,757 existing facilities due to an average
increase of approximately 153 new facilities each year for the past
three years. The burden has also been computed using the current
number of ESRD networks which has remained at 18. Therefore, there
has been an increase in burden due to the number of respondents.
This is an adjustment.
$0
No
No
Uncollected
Uncollected
Uncollected
Uncollected
Saleda Perryman
No
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.