87 FR 145 pgs. 45777-45778 - Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Type: NOTICEVolume: 87Number: 145Pages: 45777 - 45778
Docket number: [Document Identifiers CMS-10464]
FR document: [FR Doc. 2022-16331 Filed 7-28-22; 8:45 am]
Agency: Health and Human Services Department
Sub Agency: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Official PDF Version:  PDF Version
Pages: 45777, 45778

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

[Document Identifiers CMS-10464]

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

AGENCY:

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Health and Human Services (HHS).

ACTION:

Notice.

SUMMARY:

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is announcing an opportunity for the public to comment on CMS' intention to collect information from the public. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension or reinstatement of an existing collection of information, and to allow a second opportunity for public comment on the notice. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including the necessity and utility of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of the agency's functions, the accuracy of the estimated burden, ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected, and the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology to minimize the information collection burden.

DATES:

Comments on the collection(s) of information must be received by the OMB desk officer by August 29, 2022.

ADDRESSES:

Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain . Find this particular information collection by selecting "Currently under 30-day Review-Open for Public Comments" or by using the search function.

To obtain copies of a supporting statement and any related forms for the proposed collection(s) summarized in this notice, you may make your request using one of following:

1. Access CMS' website address at: https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Legislation/PaperworkReductionActof1995/PRA-Listing.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

William Parham at (410) 786-4669.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520), federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. The term "collection of information" is defined in 44 U.S.C. 3502(3) and 5 CFR 1320.3(c) and includes agency requests or requirements that members of the public submit reports, keep records, or provide information to a third party. Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)) requires federal agencies to publish a 30-day notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension or reinstatement of an existing collection of information, before submitting the collection to OMB for approval. To comply with this requirement, CMS is publishing this notice that summarizes the following proposed collection(s) of information for public comment:

1. Type of Information Collection Request: Extension of a currently approved information collection; Title of Information Collection: Agent/Broker Data Collection in Federally-Facilitated Health Insurance Exchanges; Use: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Public Law 111-148, enacted on March 23, 2010, and the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act, Public Law 111-152, enacted on March 30, 2010 (collectively, "Affordable Care Act"), expands access to health insurance for individuals and employees of small businesses through the establishment of new Affordable Insurance Exchanges (Exchanges), also called Marketplaces, including the Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP).


[top] The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recognizes the longstanding role that agents/brokers have played in connecting individuals and small businesses with health insurance products. Section 1312(e) of page 45778 the Affordable Care Act and 45 CFR 155.220(a)(1) expands the role of agents/brokers by permitting them to enroll qualified individuals or small employers/employees in qualified health plans (QHPs) through the Exchanges, and assist individuals in applying for Advance Premium Tax Credits (APTCs) and Cost Sharing Reductions (CSRs). To participate as facilitators to enrollment, agents/brokers must register with the FFE, complete a training course covering eligibility and enrollment criteria for assisting in QHP enrollment, and sign agreements that formalize their understanding and commitment to adhere to the rules of the program. This requirement is specific to the FFE and does not automatically apply to State-based Exchanges (SBEs). This ICR serves as the formal request for renewal of the existing data collection. Form Number: CMS-10464 (OMB control number: 0938-1204); Frequency: Annually; Affected Public: Private Sector (Business or other for-profits) Number of Respondents: 64,000; Number of Responses: 64,000; Total Annual Hours: 15,360. (For questions regarding this collection contact Madeline Pellish at 301-492-4390).

Dated: July 26, 2022.

William N. Parham, III,

Director, Paperwork Reduction Staff, Office of Strategic Operations and Regulatory Affairs.

[FR Doc. 2022-16331 Filed 7-28-22; 8:45 am]

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