### Question
What is the definition of section 314(b) areawide health planning agency?


### Answer
The definition of **section 314(b) areawide health planning agency** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 248a*:

> a public or nonprofit private agency or organization which has developed a comprehensive regional, metropolitan, or other local area plan or plans referred to in section 314(b) of that Act (referred to in paragraph (2) as a "section 314(b) plan")

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 248a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER II-GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES > Part C-Hospitals, Medical Examinations, and Medical Care**

