NCBDDD will collect data from pediatric audiologists who provide services to children age 5 and younger. The overall purpose of this study is to continue to identify and quantify the audiology facility resources in the U.S. Facility data will be compiled into a distribution map for CDC-EHDI team and state EHDI coordinators to visualize the geographic distribution of infants who are lost to follow up in relationship to the pediatric audiology clinic distribution. 2 additional questions have been included to specifically find out what telepractice system a clinic has in place.
US Code:
42 USC 301
Name of Law: Public Health Service Act
This is a revised ICR. The survey includes 2 additional questions to specifically find out what telepractice system an audiology clinic has in place. The original ICR estimated that 1500 respondents would complete the survey; 892 actually completed the survey. Of the 892 respondents, it is now estimated that 800 respondents will review their prior answers, 400 will review the purpose statement, and 200 new respondents will complete the revised survey.
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.