This survey will provide knowledge
about primary care physicians that could be used by HHS or other
entities to inform initiatives designed to improve the quality of
care delivered to adult patients and increase collaborative efforts
among dentists and physicians. Published manuscripts will add depth
to the peer-reviewed scientific literature with regard to the
extent that the evidence base has been adopted into practice. If
there is a need to educate primary care physicians on oral health,
a window of opportunity currently exists under the HHS Oral Health
Initiative to engage in a cross-collaborative federal
effort.
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.