### Question
How is the "MA local plan" defined?


### Answer
The term **MA local plan** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w* as follows -

> an MA plan that is not an MA regional plan

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part C-Medicare+Choice Program**

