### Question
How does the law define unadjusted MA statutory non-drug monthly bid amount?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*, **unadjusted MA statutory non-drug monthly bid amount** is defined as:

> the portion of the bid amount submitted under clause (i) of subsection (a)(6)(A) of this section for the year that is attributable under clause (ii)(I) of such subsection to the provision of benefits under the original medicare fee-for-service program option (as defined in section 1395w–22(a)(1)(B) of this title)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part C-Medicare+Choice Program**

