### Question
What does qualified entity" has the meaning given such term in section 1874(e)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395kk(e)).[3](#1395kk-2_3_target)


#### (D) Secretary


The term "Secretary mean?


### Answer
**Qualified entity" has the meaning given such term in section 1874(e)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395kk(e)).[3](#1395kk-2_3_target)


#### (D) Secretary


The term "Secretary** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 1395kk*:

> the Secretary of Health and Human Services

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395kk*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part E-Miscellaneous Provisions**

