### Question
How does the law define Medicare+Choice private fee-for-service plan?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*, **Medicare+Choice private fee-for-service plan** is defined as:

> a Medicare+Choice plan that—


(A) reimburses hospitals, physicians, and other providers at a rate determined by the plan on a fee-for-service basis without placing the provider at financial risk

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part C-Medicare+Choice Program**

