### Question
How is the "MA local area" defined?


### Answer
The term **MA local area** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w* as follows -

> 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**

