AHIP 2024 Final Exam |Questions With Verified
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Mrs. Park is an elderly retiree. Mrs. Park has a low fixed income. What could you tell
Mrs. Park that might be of assistance? Correct Answer She should contact her state
Medicaid agency to see if she qualifies forprograms that can help with Medicare costs
for which she is responsible.
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?
Correct Answer 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.
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
Correct Answer After receiving such disability payments for 24 months, he will be
automatically enrolled in Medicare, regardless of age.
Mr. Schmidt would like to plan for retirement and has asked you what is covered under
Original Fee-for-Service (FFS) Medicare? What could you tell him? Correct Answer Part
A, which covers hospital, skilled nursing facility, hospice and home health services and
Part B, which covers professional services such as those provided by a doctor are
covered under Original Medicare.