### Question
What does applicable beneficiary mean?


### Answer
**Applicable beneficiary** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*:

> an individual who, on the date of dispensing a covered part D drug—


(A) is enrolled in a prescription drug plan or an 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**

