### Question
How is the "Medicaid program" defined?


### Answer
The term **Medicaid program** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1758* as follows -

> the program of medical assistance established under title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396 et seq.)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1758*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13-SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAMS**

