### Question
How does the law define MA local area?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*, **MA local area** is defined as:

> a county or equivalent area specified by the Secretary

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part C-Medicare+Choice Program**

