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What is the standard age of eligibility for Medicare for individuals
without qualifying disabilities?
A) 60
B) 62
C) 65
D) 67
Answer: C. Rationale: Most individuals become eligible for Medicare
at age 65.
Which part of Medicare covers inpatient hospital stays?
A) Part A
B) Part B
C) Part C
D) Part D
Answer: A. Rationale: Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital care,
skilled nursing facilities, hospice, and some home health care.
Which part of Medicare covers outpatient medical services and
doctor visits?
A) Part A
B) Part B
C) Part C
D) Part D
Answer: B. Rationale: Medicare Part B covers medically necessary
outpatient services and preventive care.
Medicare Part C is also known as:
A) Original Medicare
B) Medicare Advantage
C) Prescription Drug Coverage
, D) Medigap
Answer: B. Rationale: Medicare Part C allows private insurance
companies to offer Medicare Advantage plans, combining Parts A
and B (and usually D).
Which of the following is NOT covered by Original Medicare?
A) Inpatient hospital care
B) Physician services
C) Routine dental, vision, and hearing
D) Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
Answer: C. Rationale: Original Medicare does not cover routine
dental, vision, or hearing exams and appliances.
What is the Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) for Medicare?
A) 3 months before, the month of, and 3 months after turning 65
B) 6 months before and 6 months after turning 65
C) January 1 to March 31 each year
D) October 15 to December 7 each year
Answer: A. Rationale: The IEP is a 7-month window surrounding an
individual’s 65th birthday month.
When does coverage begin if an individual enrolls in Medicare
during the month of their 65th birthday?
A) The first day of the birthday month
B) The first day of the month following the birthday month
C) It is retroactive to the beginning of the year
D) Six months after enrollment
Answer: A. Rationale: If enrolled during the birthday month,
coverage begins the first day of that month.