### Question
How does the law define qualified entity?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 254f*, **qualified entity** is defined as:

> a State, political subdivision of a State, an agency of a State or political subdivision, or other public or private entity operating solely within one State, which the Secretary determines is able—


(i) to analyze the potential use of health professions personnel in defined health services delivery areas by the residents of such areas

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 254f*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER II-GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES > Part D-Primary Health Care > subpart ii-national health service corps program**

