### Question
How does Voluntary Prescription Drug Benefit Program define initial coverage limit?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*, **initial coverage limit** is defined as:

> such limit as established under section 1395w–102(b)(3) of this title, or, in the case of coverage that is not standard prescription drug coverage, the comparable limit (if any) established under the coverage

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part D-Voluntary Prescription Drug Benefit Program > subpart 5-definitions and miscellaneous provisions**

