### Question
How is the "blended benchmark amount" defined?


### Answer
The term **blended benchmark amount** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w* as follows -

> for an area—


(A) for 2012 the sum of—


(i) ½ of the applicable amount for the area and year

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part C-Medicare+Choice Program**

