Medicare and Medicaid: Government Health Insurance Programs

Question 1

What is the main difference between who qualifies for Medicare and who qualifies for Medicaid?

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Medicare is mostly for people over 65, while Medicaid is for people with low income and limited resources.

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Both Medicare and Medicaid only consider income when deciding who qualifies.

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Medicaid is only for people younger than 65, while Medicare is for all seniors no matter their income.

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Medicare is for all working Americans, while Medicaid is only for those without jobs.

Question 2

How have Medicare and Medicaid influenced healthcare disparities in the US? Consider both positive and negative effects.

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Medicare and Medicaid have reduced disparities by increasing access to healthcare.

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Medicare and Medicaid have created a two-tiered system, worsening disparities.

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Medicare and Medicaid have had no impact on healthcare disparities.

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Medicare and Medicaid have eliminated healthcare disparities.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for Medicare Part A eligibility?

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United States citizenship

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Age 65 or older

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Qualifying disability

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Military service

Question 4

What is the primary distinction between Medicare Part B and Part D?

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Part B covers medical services, while Part D covers prescription drug costs.

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Part B is for those under 65, while Part D is for those 65 and older.

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Part B has a higher deductible than Part D.

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Part D is not available to all Medicare beneficiaries.

Question 5

What was the primary objective of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) regarding Medicare?

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To improve access to preventive care services

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To extend Medicare coverage to all Americans

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To lower the cost of Medicare premiums

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To eliminate the coverage gap in Part D

Question 6

Which of the following groups is generally NOT eligible for Medicaid?

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Seniors over the age of 65

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Low-income families with children

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Pregnant women

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Individuals with disabilities

Question 7

What is the function of managed care organizations (MCOs) in Medicare?

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To manage the quality and cost of care

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To provide health insurance coverage to Medicare beneficiaries

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To advocate for patient rights

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To conduct research on Medicare policies

Question 8

Which of the following is a key characteristic of Medicare?

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Government-funded health insurance for elderly and disabled individuals

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Eligibility based on employment history

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Provides coverage for all US citizens

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Part D covers dental care benefits

Question 9

Which part of Medicare primarily covers hospital and doctor services?

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Part A

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Part B

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Part C

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Part D

Question 10

How is Medicare primarily funded?

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Payroll taxes

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General tax revenues

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Premiums paid by beneficiaries

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Corporate donations

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Medicare?

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Universal coverage for all US citizens over 65

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Government-funded health insurance program

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Offers hospital and medical insurance

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Eligibility based on age or disability

Question 12

Which part of Medicare covers hospital stays?

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Part A: Hospital Insurance

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Part B: Medical Insurance

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Part C: Medicare Advantage

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Part D: Prescription Drug Coverage

Question 13

What is a major challenge associated with Medicare?

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Rising healthcare costs

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High deductibles and copayments

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Lack of coverage for long-term care

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Limited provider choice

Question 14

In what year was Medicare enacted as law?

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1965

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1960

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1970

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1975

Question 15

Which service is explicitly excluded from Medicaid coverage?

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Dental care

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Routine doctor visits

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Short-term hospital stays

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Prescription drug coverage

Question 16

How are Medicare Part B and Part D distinguished from each other?

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Part B covers medical appointments while Part D covers prescription drugs

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Part B covers hospitalizations while Part D covers medical appointments

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Part B covers prescription drugs while Part D covers hospitalizations

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There is no distinction between Part B and Part D

Question 17

From which sources do Medicare and Medicaid receive their funding?

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Combination of tax revenue and premiums

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General tax revenue

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Premiums paid by beneficiaries

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Private insurance companies

Question 18

What is the primary role of medical anthropologists in the context of studying Medicare and Medicaid?

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Investigating the cultural influences on healthcare usage

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Advocating for policy changes to enhance health outcomes

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Providing direct medical care to patients

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Developing innovative medical technologies

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT an eligibility criterion for Medicare Part A?

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Having a diagnosis of cancer

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Reaching age 65

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Disability for over 24 months

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End-stage renal disease

Question 20

How do Medicare and Medicaid differ in their funding sources, and what are the implications of these differences?

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Medicare is funded through a dedicated payroll tax, while Medicaid is funded through general tax revenues.

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Both Medicare and Medicaid are funded through a combination of payroll taxes and general tax revenues.

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Medicare is funded entirely through payroll taxes, while Medicaid is funded entirely through state funds.

Question 21

How did the Affordable Care Act (ACA) affect the eligibility requirements for Medicare and Medicaid?

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Expanded Medicaid eligibility to more low-income adults

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Raised the Medicare eligibility age to 67

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Eliminated the Medicare Part B deductible for low-income beneficiaries

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Made no changes to the eligibility criteria for Medicare or Medicaid

Question 22

What is the biggest challenge facing Medicare today?

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Rising healthcare costs

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Increased utilization

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Insufficient funding

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Fraud and abuse

Question 23

What is the name of the federal agency responsible for administering Medicare and Medicaid?

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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

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Social Security Administration

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Department of Health and Human Services

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Food and Drug Administration

Question 24

What primary factor influenced the eligibility criteria for Medicare?

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Increasing number of elderly Americans

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Expanding healthcare access for veterans

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Reducing overall healthcare expenditures

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Addressing racial disparities in healthcare access

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a qualifying factor for Medicare Part A?

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Low income

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Age 65 or older

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End-stage renal disease

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Disability for at least 2 years

Question 26

The passage of which legislation established Medicare and Medicaid?

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Social Security Act

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Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

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Medicare and Medicaid Services Act

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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

Question 27

Medicare Part D provides coverage for:

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Prescription drugs

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Dental care

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Vision care

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Mental health services

Question 28

Which of the following groups is NOT eligible for Medicaid?

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Seniors

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Low-income children

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Pregnant women

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Individuals with disabilities

Question 29

The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is responsible for:

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Administering Medicare and Medicaid programs

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Setting healthcare standards

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Providing healthcare to veterans

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Funding medical research

Question 30

According to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which of the following changes was implemented to Medicaid?

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Extended Medicaid coverage to more low-income individuals

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Established Medicare Part D

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Raised the eligibility age for Medicare and Medicaid

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Abolished Medicare and Medicaid programs

Question 31

Which level of government is the primary source of funding for Medicaid programs?

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State government

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Federal government

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Local government

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Individual premiums

Question 32

To be eligible for Medicare Part A, an individual must primarily meet which criterion?

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Age 65 or older

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Disability for at least 24 months

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Low income

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Permanent residency in the US

Question 33

Which government agency is responsible for administering both Medicare and Medicaid programs?

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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

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Social Security Administration

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Health Resources and Services Administration

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National Institutes of Health

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT an eligibility requirement for Medicare Part A?

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Having worked and paid Medicare taxes for at least 10 years

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Age 65 or older

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Receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

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Having end-stage renal disease

Question 35

Which Medicare Part covers short-term skilled nursing home care?

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Part A

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Part B

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Part C

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Part D

Question 36

What is the primary responsibility of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)?

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Regulating Medicare and Medicaid, approving providers, and monitoring quality

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Providing direct healthcare services to beneficiaries

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Determining Medicaid eligibility and setting payment rates

Question 37

Which of the following is the main purpose of Medicare?

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To provide health insurance coverage to individuals aged 65 and older

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To cover the medical expenses of children from low-income families

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To offer prescription drug coverage to all Americans

Question 38

Who is eligible for Medicaid coverage?

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Individuals and families with low incomes who meet certain financial criteria

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All American citizens, regardless of income

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Only individuals with pre-existing medical conditions

Question 39

Which of the following benefits is offered by both Medicare and Medicaid?

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Hospitalization

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Long-term care

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Vision care

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Dental services

Question 40

What is the difference between Medicare Part A and Part B?

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Part A covers hospital stays and skilled nursing care, while Part B covers doctor visits and outpatient services

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Part A only covers the elderly, while Part B covers the disabled

Question 41

What is the main function of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)?

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To administer and oversee the Medicare and Medicaid programs

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To provide direct medical care to patients

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To enforce healthcare industry regulations

Question 42

What is a major challenge facing the Medicare program?

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Rising healthcare costs

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Insufficient access to primary care providers

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Inadequate long-term care coverage

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A decreasing number of eligible beneficiaries

Question 43

What is the primary goal of Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act?

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To extend health insurance coverage to more low-income Americans

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To reduce health insurance costs for all Americans

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To replace Medicare with Medicaid

Question 44

Which statement accurately describes Medicaid?

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It is an income-based program, meaning eligibility is dependent on financial need and assets.

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It is accessible to every American citizen.

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It offers complete health coverage to all eligible individuals, regardless of income.

Question 45

What is the impact of Medicare and Medicaid on the healthcare system?

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They provide health insurance to millions of Americans, reducing the number of uninsured and improving access to care.

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They have no significant impact on the healthcare system.

Question 46

The government's role in providing health insurance raises ethical questions about:

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Equity, allocation of resources, and societal responsibility for healthcare.

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The economic burden of providing healthcare to all citizens.

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The rights of individuals to choose their own healthcare providers.

Question 47

Which type of Medicare coverage includes services such as doctor visits and physical therapy?

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Medicare Part B

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Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage).

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Medicare Part D (prescription drug coverage).

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Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap).

Question 48

Which entity is primarily responsible for administering the Medicaid program in the United States?

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State governments, with federal oversight.

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The federal government.

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Nonprofit organizations.

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Private insurance companies.

Question 49

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) aimed to expand health insurance coverage and reduce costs related to:

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Medicare and Medicaid.

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Medicare only.

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Medicaid only.

Question 50

Which of the following is NOT covered under Medicare Part D?

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Inpatient hospital stays.

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Durable medical equipment.

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Outpatient physical therapy.

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Prescription drugs.