Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request
By Health, Human Services Department, Agency for Healthcare Research, Quality · Oct 4, 2026, 11:00 PM CDT
This notice announces the intention of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) to request that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approve the revision of a currently approved information collection project "AHRQ Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) Database for Health Plans" (OMB No. 0935-0165). This information collection was previously published in
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AI analysisFormal announcementThe language is procedural and factual, typical of government notices.
Emphasis on public participationThe notice highlights the opportunity for public input, reinforcing transparency requirements.
Context
AI analysisMissing context
The notice does not explain why the revision to the CAHPS Database collection is being proposed, what changes are being sought, or how the additional comment period might affect stakeholders.
Important context
Federal information collection notices typically require public comment to ensure transparency and stakeholder input. The lack of comments in the original 60‑day period and the extension of the comment window suggest the agency is seeking additional feedback before finalizing the revision.
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AI analysisThe text is a straightforward administrative announcement without editorial commentary or opinion.