### Question
How is the term individual market defined?


### Answer
The term **individual market** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 18024* as the following:

> the market for health insurance coverage offered to individuals other than in connection with a group health plan

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 18024*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 157-QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS > SUBCHAPTER III-AVAILABLE COVERAGE CHOICES FOR ALL AMERICANS > Part A-Establishment of Qualified Health Plans**

