### Question
How is the "trusted third party" defined?


### Answer
The term **trusted third party** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1320a* as follows -

> an entity that—


(i) demonstrates the capability to carry out the duties of the partnership described in subparagraph (C)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1320a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XI-GENERAL PROVISIONS, PEER REVIEW, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SIMPLIFICATION > Part A-General Provisions**

