### Question
How is the term subsidy eligible individual defined?


### Answer
The term **subsidy eligible individual** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w* as the following:

> a part D eligible individual who—


(i) is enrolled in a prescription drug plan or MA–PD plan

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part D-Voluntary Prescription Drug Benefit Program > subpart 2-prescription drug plans; pdp sponsors; financing**

