### Question
How is the term qualified entity defined?


### Answer
The term **qualified entity** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395kk* as the following:

> given such term in section 1874(e)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395kk(e)).[3](#1395kk-2_3_target)


#### (D) Secretary


The term "Secretary" means the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

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

