### Question
How is the term noninstitutionalized individual defined?


### Answer
The term **noninstitutionalized individual** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1396p* as the following:

> an individual receiving any of the services specified in subsection (c)(1)(C)(ii) of this section

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1396p*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XIX-GRANTS TO STATES FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS**

