### Question
What is the definition of direct graduate medical education costs?


### Answer
The definition of **direct graduate medical education costs** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 1395ww*:

> direct costs of approved educational activities for approved medical residency training programs

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

