### Question
How does the law define cost-effective?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1396e*, **cost-effective** is defined as:

> given that term in section 1397ee(c)(3)(A) of this title.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1396e*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XIX-GRANTS TO STATES FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS**

