### Question
What is the definition of individual practice association?


### Answer
The definition of **individual practice association** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 300e*:

> a partnership, corporation, association, or other legal entity which has entered into a services arrangement (or arrangements) with persons who are licensed to practice medicine, osteopathy, dentistry, podiatry, optometry, psychology, or other health profession in a State and a majority of whom are licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300e*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XI-HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS**

