Form OWCP-915 is used to claim reimbursement for out-of-pocket covered medical expenses paid by a beneficiary, and must be accompanied by required billing data elements (prepared by the medical provider) and by proof of payment by the beneficiary.
US Code:
42 USC 7384
Name of Law: Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act of 2000 (EEOICPA)
US Code:
5 USC 8101
Name of Law: Employees Compensation Act
US Code:
30 USC 901
Name of Law: Black Lung Benefits Act
Due to the continuing decline in the number of BLBA beneficiaries currently in the program, the increase in the number of EEOICPA beneficiaries in the program, and the increase in the number of medical providers billing OWCP directly for medical services in the FECA progrram rather than billing their patients, who then would have to seek reimbursement from OWCP using Form OWCP-915, there is a change of -3036 burdens hours. There is no change reported for the operational and maintenance costs.
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.