### Question
How is the term physician defined?


### Answer
The term **physician** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w* as the following:

> given such term in section 1395x(r) of this title. 

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

