### Question
What is the definition of charge proportion?


### Answer
The definition of **charge proportion** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 1395l*:

> 100 percent minus the cost proportion

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

