### Question
What is the definition of economic loss?


### Answer
The definition of **economic loss** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 238q*:

> any pecuniary loss resulting from harm (including the loss of earnings or other benefits related to employment, medical expense loss, replacement services loss, loss due to death, burial costs, and loss of business or employment opportunities) to the extent recovery for such loss is allowed under applicable State law

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 238q*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER I-ADMINISTRATION AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS > Part B-Miscellaneous Provisions**

