### Question
Can you define what qualified family member means?


### Answer
**Qualified family member** is defined as the following in *42 U.S.C. § 1396d*:

> an individual (other than a qualified pregnant woman or child, as defined in subsection (n) of this section) who is a member of a family that would be receiving aid under the State plan under part A of subchapter IV of this chapter pursuant to section 607 [4](#1396d_4_target) of this title if the State had not exercised the option under section 607(b)(2)(B)(i) [4](#1396d_4_target) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1396d*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XIX-GRANTS TO STATES FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS**

