Ins Flashcards

1
Q

True or False: Health insurance typically covers preventive services.

A

True

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2
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the amount an insured person must pay out-of-pocket before the insurance company pays its share.

A

deductible

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3
Q

What type of life insurance provides coverage for a specific period?

A

Term life insurance

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4
Q

Which of the following is NOT a type of health insurance plan? (A) HMO (B) PPO (C) ETF

A

C) ETF

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5
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What does the acronym HMO stand for in health insurance?

A

Health Maintenance Organization

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6
Q

True or False: Whole life insurance accumulates cash value over time.

A

True

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7
Q

What is a premium in the context of insurance?

A

The amount paid for an insurance policy.

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8
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is a legal contract between the insurer and the insured.

A

policy

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9
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What does the term ‘beneficiary’ refer to in life insurance?

A

The person or entity designated to receive the death benefit.

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10
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Which type of insurance policy allows for flexible premiums and death benefits?

A

Universal life insurance

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11
Q

True or False: A pre-existing condition can affect your eligibility for health insurance coverage.

A

True

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12
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What is the difference between in-network and out-of-network providers?

A

In-network providers have a contract with the insurance company, while out-of-network providers do not.

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13
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is a cost-sharing requirement where the insured pays a percentage of the covered expenses.

A

coinsurance

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14
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What is the purpose of an insurance underwriter?

A

To evaluate risk and determine the terms of insurance coverage.

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15
Q

Which of the following is a common exclusion in life insurance policies? (A) Suicide (B) Accidental death (C) Terminal illness

A

A) Suicide

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16
Q

True or False: Long-term care insurance is designed to cover nursing home costs.

A

True

17
Q

What does the term ‘exclusion rider’ refer to in insurance?

A

A provision that excludes coverage for specific conditions or circumstances.

18
Q

Fill in the blank: The _______ period is the time after a policy is issued during which the insured can cancel the policy for a full refund.

A

free look

19
Q

What is the role of a claims adjuster?

A

To investigate and evaluate insurance claims.

20
Q

Which of the following is typically covered under most health insurance plans? (A) Routine check-ups (B) Cosmetic surgery (C) Experimental treatments

A

A) Routine check-ups

21
Q

True or False: Group health insurance is often less expensive than individual health insurance.

A

True

22
Q

What is a waiting period in health insurance?

A

The time an insured must wait before certain benefits become available.

23
Q

Fill in the blank: An _______ is a type of insurance that provides coverage for medical expenses due to accidents.

A

accident insurance

24
Q

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

A

To allow individuals to save money tax-free for medical expenses.