### Question
How is the "qualified high risk pool" defined?


### Answer
The term **qualified high risk pool** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 300gg* as follows -

> given such term in section 300gg–44(c)(2) of this title, except that a State may elect to meet the requirement of subparagraph (A) of such section (insofar as it requires the provision of coverage to all eligible individuals) through providing for the enrollment of eligible individuals through an acceptable alternative mechanism (as defined for purposes of section 300gg–44 of this title) that includes a high risk pool as a component.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300gg*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XXV-REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE > Part B-Individual Market Rules > subpart 1-portability, access, and renewability requirements**

