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AHIP - 1Mrs. Paterson is concerned about the deductibles and co-payments associated with Original
Medicare. What can you tell her about Medigap as an option to address this concern?
Medigap plans help beneficiaries cover Original Medicare benefits, but they coordinate with
Original Medicare coverage.
3 multiple choice options
Mr. Singh would like drug coverage but does not want to be enrolled in a Medicare Advantage
plan. What should you tell him?
Mr. Singh can enroll in a stand-alone prescription drug plan and continue to be covered for Part
A and Part B services through Original Fee-for-Service Medicare.
3 multiple choice options
Ms. Moore plans to retire when she turns 65 in a few months. She is in excellent health and will
have considerable income when she retires. She is concerned that her income will make it
impossible for her to qualify for Medicare. What could you tell her to address her concern?
Medicare is a program for people age 65 or older and those under age 65 with certain
disabilities, end-stage renal disease, and Lou Gehrig's disease so she will be eligible for
Medicare.
3 multiple choice options
Mr. Diaz continued working with his company and was insured under his employer's group plan
until he reached age 68. He has heard that there is a premium penalty for those who did not
sign up for Part B when first eligible and wants to know how much he will have to pay. What
should you tell him?
Mr. Diaz will not pay any penalty because he had continuous coverage under his employer's
plan.
3 multiple choice options
Agent John Miller is meeting with Jerry Smith, a new prospect. Jerry is currently enrolled in
Medicare Parts A and B. Jerry has also purchased a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plan
which he has had for several years. However, the plan does not provide drug benefits. How
would you advise Agent John Miller to proceed?
Tell prospect Jerry Smith that he should consider adding a standalone Part D prescription drug
coverage policy to his present coverage.
3 multiple choice options
, Madeline Martinez was widowed several years ago. Her husband worked for many years and
contributed into the Medicare system. He also left a substantial estate which provides Madeline
with an annual income of approximately $130,000. Madeline, who has only worked part-time for
the last three years, will soon turn age 65 and hopes to enroll in Original Medicare. She comes
to you for advice. What should you tell her?
You should tell Madeline that she will be able to enroll in Medicare Part A without paying
monthly premiums due to her husband's long work record and participation in the Medicare
system. You should also tell Madeline that she will pay Part B premiums at more than the
standard lowest rate but less than the highest rate due her substantial income.
3 multiple choice options
Mr. Bauer is 49 years old, but eighteen months ago he was declared disabled by the Social
Security Administration and has been receiving disability payments. He is wondering whether he
can obtain coverage under Medicare. What should you tell him?
After receiving such disability payments for 24 months, he will be automatically enrolled in
Medicare, regardless of age.
3 multiple choice options
Mrs. Chen will be 65 soon, has been a citizen for twelve years, has been employed full time,
and paid taxes during that entire period. She is concerned that she will not qualify for coverage
under part A because she was not born in the United States. What should you tell her?
Most individuals who are citizens and age 65 or over are covered under Part A by virtue of
having paid Medicare taxes while working, though some may be covered as a result of paying
monthly premiums.
3 multiple choice options
What impact, if any, will recent regulatory changes have upon Medigap plans?
The Part B deductible will no longer be covered for individuals newly eligible for Medicare
starting January 1, 2020.
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Juan Perez, who is turning age 65 next month, intends to work for several more years at
Smallcap, Incorporated. Smallcap has a workforce of 15 employees and offers
employer-sponsored healthcare coverage. Juan is a naturalized citizen and has contributed to
the Medicare system for over 20 years. Juan asks you if he will be entitled to Medicare and if he
enrolls how that will impact his employer-sponsored healthcare coverage. How would you
respond?
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