### Question
Can you define what substance use disorder benefits means?


### Answer
**Substance use disorder benefits** is defined as the following in *29 U.S.C. § 1185a*:

> benefits with respect to services for substance use disorders, as defined under the terms of the plan and in accordance with applicable Federal and State law

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1185a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 18-EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS > Subtitle B-Regulatory Provisions > part 7-group health plan requirements > Subpart B-Other Requirements**

