### Question
How does the law define medicare supplemental policy?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 3058k*, **medicare supplemental policy** is defined as:

> given the term in section 1882(g)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ss(g)(1)).

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 3058k*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 35-PROGRAMS FOR OLDER AMERICANS > SUBCHAPTER XI-ALLOTMENTS FOR VULNERABLE ELDER RIGHTS PROTECTION ACTIVITIES > Part A-State Provisions > subpart v-outreach, counseling, and assistance program**

