### Question
How is the term fiscal intermediary defined?


### Answer
The term **fiscal intermediary** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395h* as the following:

> an agency or organization with a contract under this section

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

