### Question
How does SOCIAL SECURITY define Medicare beneficiary?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395lll*, **Medicare beneficiary** is defined as:

> an individual entitled to benefits under part A or, as appropriate, enrolled for benefits under part B

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395lll*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part E-Miscellaneous Provisions**

