In accordance with the requirements of the Privacy Act of 1974, CMS is proposing to modify or alter existing system of records titled “National Provider System,” System No. 09-70-0008.

To an individual or organization fora research, demonstration, evaluation,or epidemiological project related to theprevention of disease or disability, therestoration or maintenance of health, orfor the purposes of determining,evaluating and/or assessing cost,effectiveness, and/or the quality ofhealth care services provided.