qualified independent contractor
Defined in 1 place of the United States Code.
For purposes of this subsection, the term “qualified independent contractor” means an entity or organization that is independent of any organization under contract with the Secretary that makes initial determinations under subsection (a)(1), and that meets the requirements established by the Secretary consistent with paragraph (3).
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- 2016–present42 U.S.C. § 1395FFThe Public Health and Welfare · Determinations; appeals · in this section
For purposes of this subsection, the term “qualified independent contractor” means an entity or organization that is independent of any organization under contract with the Secretary that makes initial determinations under subsection (a)(1) of this section, and that meets the requirements established by the Secretary consistent with paragraph (3).
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- 2000–201642 U.S.C. § 1395FFThe Public Health and Welfare · Determinations; appeals · in this section