### Question
How is the "eligible individual" defined?


### Answer
The term **eligible individual** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395r* as follows -

> an individual who is enrolled under this part B and who is within a class of individuals specified in the agreement under paragraph (1)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395r*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part B-Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

