### Question
How is the "functionally disabled elderly individual" defined?


### Answer
The term **functionally disabled elderly individual** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1396t* as follows -

> an individual who—


(A) is 65 years of age or older,


(B) is determined to be a functionally disabled individual under subsection (c) of this section, and


(C) subject to section 1396a(f) of this title (as applied consistent with section 1396a(r)(2) of this title), is receiving supplemental security income benefits under subchapter XVI of this chapter (or under a State plan approved under subchapter XVI of this chapter) or, at the option of the State, is described in section 1396a(a)(10)(C) of this title

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

