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


### Answer
The term **institutionalized individual** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1382b* as follows -

> given such term in section 1396p(e)(3) [1](#1382b_1_target) of this title; 

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1382b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVI-SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME FOR AGED, BLIND, AND DISABLED > Part A-Determination of Benefits**

