### Question
How is the "applicable subchapter" defined?


### Answer
The term **applicable subchapter** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1315a* as follows -

> subchapter XVIII, subchapter XIX, or both

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1315a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XI-GENERAL PROVISIONS, PEER REVIEW, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SIMPLIFICATION > Part A-General Provisions**

