### Question
How does the law define COBRA premiums?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1396a*, **COBRA premiums** is defined as:

> the applicable premium imposed with respect to COBRA continuation coverage

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1396a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XIX-GRANTS TO STATES FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS**

