### Question
How does the law define chronic condition?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1396w*, **chronic condition** is defined as:

> given that term by the Secretary and shall include, but is not limited to, the following:


(A) A mental health condition.

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

