### Question
How does Additional Programs define health care provider?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 280g*, **health care provider** is defined as:

> any individual or entity—


(A) licensed, registered, or certified under Federal or State laws or regulations to provide health care services

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 280g*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER II-GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES > Part P-Additional Programs**

