### Question
How is the term joint return defined?


### Answer
The term **joint return** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395r* as the following:

> given to such term by section 7701(a)(38) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395r*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part B-Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

