### Question
Can you define what qualified practitioner means?


### Answer
**Qualified practitioner** is defined as the following in *42 U.S.C. § 1395m*:

> a physician or other individual who—


(I) is a qualified physical therapist or a qualified occupational therapist

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

