### Question
How is the term quality improvement organization defined?


### Answer
The term **quality improvement organization** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1320c* as the following:

> an entity which—


(1) is able, as determined by the Secretary, to perform its functions under this part in a manner consistent with the efficient and effective administration of this part and subchapter XVIII

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1320c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XI-GENERAL PROVISIONS, PEER REVIEW, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SIMPLIFICATION > Part B-Peer Review of Utilization and Quality of Health Care Services**

