### Question
How does the law define health services research?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 284d*, **health services research** is defined as:

> research endeavors that study the impact of the organization, financing and management of health services on the quality, cost, access to and outcomes of care

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 284d*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER III-NATIONAL RESEARCH INSTITUTES > Part B-General Provisions Respecting National Research Institutes**

