### Question
How is the "obligated provider of services or supplier" defined?


### Answer
The term **obligated provider of services or supplier** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395cc* as follows -

> a provider of services or supplier that owes an amount that is more than the amount required to be paid under the program under this subchapter (as determined by the Secretary)

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

