### Question
What does frequently abused drug mean?


### Answer
**Frequently abused drug** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*:

> a drug that is a controlled substance that the Secretary determines to be frequently abused or diverted

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part D-Voluntary Prescription Drug Benefit Program > subpart 1-part d eligible individuals and prescription drug benefits**

