### Question
What does work component mean?


### Answer
**Work component** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*:

> the portion of the resources used in furnishing the service that reflects physician time and intensity in furnishing the service

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6-THE CHILDREN'S BUREAU > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part B-Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

