42 CFR Part 423 — Voluntary Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit

includes a member or members of the Departmental Appeals Board who are designated to conduct a hearing.

has the meaning set forth in 31 U.S.C. 3729(b)(1)(A).

means the addition of a benefit option that does not impact the actuarial value of the retiree prescription drug coverage under the sponsor's plan such that it no longer meets the standards set forth in paragraph (d)(1)(i) or (ii) of this section.

means the affected party or CMS, as appropriate.

means an entity of up to three reviewers who are ALJs or members of the Departmental Appeals Board, as determined by the Secretary.