### Question
What does preferred provider organization plan mean?


### Answer
**Preferred provider organization plan** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 1395w*:

> an MA plan that—


(I) has a network of providers that have agreed to a contractually specified reimbursement for covered benefits with the organization offering the plan

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

