Health Insurance 101: Master the Basics of Health Coverage

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a deductible in a health insurance plan?

Accepted Answer

To cover the initial cost of medical expenses before insurance coverage begins

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To lower the monthly premium payments

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To set a limit on the amount of money you pay out-of-pocket for medical expenses

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To encourage unnecessary medical care

Question 2

What is a key difference between a PPO and an HMO?

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PPOs offer more flexibility and choice of providers, while HMOs typically have lower premiums.

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HMOs offer more flexibility and choice of providers, while PPOs typically have lower premiums.

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PPOs cover a wider range of services than HMOs.

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HMOs cover a wider range of services than PPOs.

Question 3

What is the primary function of a health savings account (HSA)?

Accepted Answer

To save money for future medical expenses on a tax-advantaged basis

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To reduce the cost of health insurance premiums

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To cover the cost of deductibles and copayments

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To earn interest on your savings

Question 4

Which of the following is not a benefit of having health insurance?

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Unrestricted access to any healthcare provider

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Protection from high medical costs

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Access to preventive care and screenings

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Peace of mind

Question 5

What is the distinction between a copayment and a coinsurance?

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A copayment is a fixed amount you pay for a medical service, while a coinsurance is a percentage you pay.

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A coinsurance is a fixed amount you pay for a medical service, while a copayment is a percentage you pay.

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A copayment is paid for every medical service, while a coinsurance is only paid for certain services.

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A coinsurance is paid for every medical service, while a copayment is only paid for certain services.

Question 6

What is the primary significance of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?

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It expanded access to health insurance for millions of Americans

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It reduced the cost of health insurance for everyone

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It made health insurance mandatory for all Americans

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It eliminated pre-existing condition exclusions

Question 7

Which of the following types of health insurance plans requires members to use a network of healthcare providers and has a lower premium in exchange for limited choice?

Accepted Answer

Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)

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Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)

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Point-of-Service (POS) Plan

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Fee-for-Service Plan

Question 8

In a health insurance plan, the deductible refers to:

Accepted Answer

The amount you pay out-of-pocket before insurance coverage begins

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The maximum amount you will pay for covered medical expenses in a year

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The monthly premium you pay for health insurance

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The percentage of medical expenses that your insurance will cover

Question 9

In health insurance, the purpose of co-insurance is to:

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Cover a percentage of medical expenses after the deductible is met

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Prevent overutilization of healthcare services

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Incentivize healthy behaviors

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Lower monthly premiums

Question 10

The primary responsibility of a health insurance agent is to:

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Help individuals and families find suitable health insurance plans

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Provide medical advice and treatment

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Process health insurance claims

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Negotiate with healthcare providers on behalf of clients

Question 11

Which health insurance network type allows the most flexibility in choosing healthcare providers, but typically has higher out-of-pocket costs?

Accepted Answer

PPO (Preferred Provider Organization)

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HMO (Health Maintenance Organization)

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EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization)

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POS (Point-of-Service)

Question 12

How do pre-existing health conditions potentially impact health insurance coverage and costs?

Accepted Answer

Higher premiums or limited coverage options

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No impact on health insurance

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Only affect individuals with severe chronic illnesses

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Lower health insurance premiums

Question 13

Which type of health insurance coverage focuses on essential health benefits, such as doctor visits and hospitalization, with a lower premium?

Accepted Answer

Catastrophic health insurance

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Major medical insurance

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Supplemental health insurance

Question 14

In health insurance, the primary purpose of a deductible is to:

Accepted Answer

Cover the initial portion of medical expenses

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Reduce the premium cost

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Prevent overutilization of medical services

Question 15

The difference between a copayment and a coinsurance is that:

Accepted Answer

Copayments are fixed amounts, while coinsurance is a percentage of the total bill.

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Copayments are paid at the time of service, while coinsurance is paid after the deductible is met.

Question 16

The primary role of a health insurance agent or broker is to:

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Provide information and guidance on selecting health insurance plans

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Process claims and provide customer service

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Negotiate lower premiums with insurance companies

Question 17

Define the term 'deductible' in the context of health insurance.

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The amount you pay out-of-pocket before insurance coverage begins

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The maximum amount you pay for covered services in a year

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The monthly premium you pay for health insurance

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The percentage of medical expenses covered by your insurance

Question 18

Which of the following is not considered an advantage of health insurance?

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Guaranteed coverage for all medical treatments

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Access to preventive care

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Protection against unexpected medical expenses

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Reduced out-of-pocket costs for medical services

Question 19

Describe the primary role of a health insurance broker.

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To provide guidance on health insurance plans to individuals and businesses

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To offer medical treatment to patients

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To process insurance claims

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To regulate the health insurance industry

Question 20

What is a key distinction between Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) and Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs)?

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HMOs typically have lower premiums but more limited provider networks, while PPOs offer more flexibility and a wider range of healthcare providers.

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HMOs offer more flexibility in choosing healthcare providers, while PPOs typically have lower premiums.

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PPOs offer a more comprehensive range of healthcare services compared to HMOs.

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HMOs are only available to individuals, while PPOs are only available to businesses.

Question 21

Identify the primary objective of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

Accepted Answer

To expand access to health insurance coverage for millions of uninsured Americans.

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To reduce the overall cost of health insurance premiums for consumers.

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To enhance the quality of healthcare services provided in the United States.

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To eliminate the need for private health insurance companies.

Question 22

What is the term used to describe the regular monthly payment made for health insurance coverage?

Accepted Answer

Premium

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Deductible

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Co-pay

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Coinsurance

Question 23

How did the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and COBRA affect health insurance?

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ACA expanded coverage, while COBRA provides coverage after job loss.

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ACA lowered premiums, but COBRA is only for government workers.

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COBRA covers pre-existing conditions, but ACA does not.

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ACA ended the individual mandate, and COBRA is now optional for employers.

Question 24

Which of the following is not considered a type of health insurance plan?

Accepted Answer

Health Savings Account (HSA)

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Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)

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Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)

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Point-of-Service Plan (POS)

Question 25

What is the primary advantage of choosing an HMO health insurance plan?

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Typically lower monthly premiums compared to other plan types.

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A broader network of healthcare providers to choose from.

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More comprehensive coverage for a wider range of medical services.

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Greater flexibility in selecting healthcare providers outside of the plan's network.

Question 26

What is the primary function of a deductible in health insurance?

Accepted Answer

To cover the initial portion of medical costs before insurance coverage begins.

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To lower the monthly premium by increasing the out-of-pocket expenses.

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To increase the overall out-of-pocket maximum for covered medical expenses.

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To provide catastrophic coverage for unexpected and high medical expenses.

Question 27

What is the purpose of a co-payment (co-pay) in health insurance?

Accepted Answer

To cover a specific dollar amount for certain medical services, such as doctor's visits or prescriptions.

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To reduce the amount of the deductible that needs to be met before insurance coverage begins.

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To increase the percentage of medical expenses that are covered by the insurance company.

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To provide coverage for medical services that are not typically covered by insurance plans.

Question 28

Which of the following accurately describes the difference between an HMO and a PPO?

Accepted Answer

HMOs typically offer a narrower network of providers compared to PPOs.

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PPOs generally have higher monthly premiums than HMOs.

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HMOs provide more flexibility in choosing healthcare providers than PPOs.

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None of the above statements is correct.

Question 29

What is the primary purpose of a Health Savings Account (HSA)?

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To set aside funds for future medical expenses on a tax-advantaged basis

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To reduce current medical expenses

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To increase the coverage provided by a health insurance plan

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To provide additional tax benefits beyond those offered by traditional savings accounts

Question 30

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the calculation of health insurance premiums?

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Credit score

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Age

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Tobacco use

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Occupation

Question 31

What is the main purpose of an out-of-pocket maximum in a health insurance plan?

Accepted Answer

To limit the total amount an individual has to pay for covered medical expenses in a year

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To increase the amount an individual has to pay for covered medical expenses

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To eliminate the need for deductibles and copays

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To cover expenses not covered by the health insurance plan

Question 32

In the context of health insurance, what is the key distinction between an HMO and a PPO?

Accepted Answer

Network size and provider restrictions

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Monthly premium rates

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Coverage scope of medical services

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Deductible amounts

Question 33

Which of the following is not a recommended strategy for effectively reducing health insurance expenses?

Accepted Answer

Increasing the number of individuals included under the policy

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Comparing insurance policies from multiple providers

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Selecting a plan with a higher deductible

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Utilizing generic medications when available

Question 34

What is a key distinction between HMO and PPO health insurance plans?

Accepted Answer

HMOs require members to use providers within their network.

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PPOs provide more extensive coverage than HMOs.

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HMOs generally have higher deductibles than PPOs.

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PPOs require members to select a primary care physician.

Question 35

What is the main reason people pay health insurance premiums?

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To share the risk of medical expenses among policyholders.

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To pay for all medical expenses of policyholders.

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To ensure complete coverage for medical expenses.

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To support healthcare services for everyone.

Question 36

Which of the following is not considered a primary type of health insurance plan?

Accepted Answer

Dental Indemnity Plan

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Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)

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Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)

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Fee-for-Service (FFS)

Question 37

Compared to an HMO plan, what is a key advantage offered by a PPO plan?

Accepted Answer

More extensive network of healthcare providers

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Lower monthly premiums

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No requirement for referrals to access specialist care

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Lower out-of-pocket expenses

Question 38

What is the primary function of a deductible in a health insurance plan?

Accepted Answer

To cover the initial portion of medical expenses

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To lower monthly insurance premiums

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To discourage unnecessary utilization of healthcare services

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To supplement copayments and coinsurance payments

Question 39

Which of the following expenses is typically not covered by health insurance policies?

Accepted Answer

Elective cosmetic procedures

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Routine checkups

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Prescription medications

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Emergency room visits

Question 40

In the context of health insurance, what is the term used to describe the process of reviewing and assessing the validity of a submitted claim?

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Adjudication

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Underwriting

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Authorization

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Reimbursement

Question 41

What is the fundamental difference between a copayment and coinsurance in health insurance?

Accepted Answer

Copayments are fixed amounts paid for specific services, while coinsurance is a percentage of the total covered expenses.

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Coinsurance is fixed amounts paid for specific services, while copayments are a percentage of the total covered expenses.

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Copayments and coinsurance are essentially the same concept.

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Copayments are typically higher than coinsurance amounts.

Question 42

What is the primary difference between an HMO and a PPO health insurance plan?

Accepted Answer

PPOs provide more flexibility in choosing providers

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HMOs have a wider network of providers than PPOs

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PPOs require referrals from a primary care physician to see a specialist

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HMOs typically have lower premiums and deductibles than PPOs

Question 43

In health insurance, what is a deductible?

Accepted Answer

The amount you pay out-of-pocket before insurance begins to cover costs

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The maximum amount you have to pay for covered medical expenses in a year

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The percentage of medical expenses that are paid by the insurance company

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The monthly premium you pay for health insurance

Question 44

What is the purpose of a copayment in health insurance?

Accepted Answer

To cover the cost of doctor's visits

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To pay for medical equipment and supplies

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To reduce the amount of the deductible

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To increase the out-of-pocket maximum

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of having health insurance?

Accepted Answer

The ability to choose any doctor or hospital you want

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Peace of mind knowing you are protected against unexpected medical expenses

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Access to preventive care and screenings

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Lower out-of-pocket costs for medical services

Question 46

Which health insurance plan type offers the broadest coverage, covering a wide range of medical expenses?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive

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PPO (Preferred Provider Organization)

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Catastrophic

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HMO (Health Management Organization)

Question 47

In health insurance, a deductible refers to:

Accepted Answer

The fixed amount you pay out-of-pocket before your insurance coverage begins

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The percentage of medical expenses you are responsible for paying

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The maximum amount you can pay for medical expenses in a year

Question 48

A key advantage of a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) health plan is that it:

Accepted Answer

Allows you to visit any doctor or specialist within the network without needing a referral

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Offers lower premiums compared to other plan types

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Provides unlimited coverage with no annual or lifetime maximums

Question 49

A copay in health insurance is designed to:

Accepted Answer

Cover a set amount of a medical service, such as a doctor's visit or prescription

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Cover the remaining balance of a medical bill after insurance has paid its share

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Act as a deductible before insurance coverage kicks in

Question 50

Which of the following is not a type of health savings account (HSA)?

Accepted Answer

Flexible Spending Account

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Archer Medical Savings Account

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Health Reimbursement Arrangement

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Medical Savings Account

Question 51

The primary benefit of an HSA-eligible health plan is:

Accepted Answer

Tax-free savings for medical expenses

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Wider access to healthcare providers

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Guaranteed coverage for life

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Lower monthly premiums

Question 52

What was a primary objective of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) regarding health insurance?

Accepted Answer

Expanding access to health insurance and providing financial assistance to help people afford coverage

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It eliminated the requirement to have health insurance

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It only covered low-income individuals and families