### Question
What is the definition of additional preventive services?


### Answer
The definition of **additional preventive services** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 1395x*:

> services not described in subparagraph (A) or (C) of paragraph (3) that identify medical conditions or risk factors and that the Secretary determines are—


(A) reasonable and necessary for the prevention or early detection of an illness or disability

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

