### Question
What is the definition of applicable percentage?


### Answer
The definition of **applicable percentage** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 1395l*:

> a percentage specified by the Secretary up to (but not to exceed)—


(I) for a year (or portion of a year) before 2004, 2.5 percent

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395l*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part B-Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

