### Question
How does the law define rural area?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395ww*, **rural area** is defined as:

> any area outside such an area or similar area

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395ww*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part E-Miscellaneous Provisions**

