AETNA INDIVIDUAL CORE CERTIFICATION QUIZ Actual Exam
Complete Questions and Answers Detailed Rationales Pass
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 | Aetna Individual Products & Plans | Q1 – Q10
Section 2 | Enrollment, Eligibility & Underwriting | Q11 – Q20
Section 3 | Benefits, Coverage & Cost-Sharing | Q21 – Q30
Section 4 | ACA Compliance & Enrollment Periods | Q31 – Q40
Section 5 | Claims, Appeals, Service & Ethics | Q41 – Q50
Instructions: Choose the single best answer. Pass: 80% in 90 minutes.
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SECTION 1: AETNA INDIVIDUAL HEALTH INSURANCE PRODUCTS & PLANS Q1 – Q10
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Question 1 of 50
Marcus, 34, is a freelance graphic designer in Austin, Texas, earning $52,000 annually
with no employer-sponsored coverage. He wants a plan with the lowest monthly
premium and is comfortable paying more out-of-pocket if he needs care. He rarely visits
the doctor but wants catastrophic protection. Which Aetna Individual plan metal tier
best matches his needs?
A. Gold tier, which offers the lowest out-of-pocket costs with higher monthly premiums
B. Bronze tier, which offers the lowest monthly premiums with higher out-of-pocket
costs ✓ CORRECT
C. Silver tier, which offers moderate premiums and moderate cost-sharing regardless of
income
D. Platinum tier, which offers the highest monthly premiums with the lowest deductibles
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale: Bronze plans are designed for individuals like Marcus who want the lowest
possible monthly premium and are willing to accept higher deductibles and cost-sharing
in exchange for catastrophic protection. Gold and Platinum plans would cost him
significantly more each month despite his low utilization, while Silver plans would still
carry higher premiums than Bronze without the cost-sharing reductions he doesn't
qualify for at his income level. Aetna's Bronze individual plans typically feature the
highest deductibles but the most affordable premiums in their portfolio.
Question 2 of 50
Priya, 29, is a part-time yoga instructor in Florida making $28,000 per year. She qualifies
for an Advance Premium Tax Credit (APTC) and wants to understand how Aetna's Silver
plan pricing works with her subsidy. Her Silver plan has a full premium of $450/month
and she receives an APTC of $320/month. What will Priya's actual monthly premium be?
A. $450 per month, because the APTC is applied only at tax filing time
B. $770 per month, because the APTC is added to the premium she must pay
C. $130 per month, because the APTC reduces her premium obligation dollar-for-dollar
✓ CORRECT
D. $320 per month, because she pays the difference between the Silver benchmark and
her plan
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Advance Premium Tax Credit is applied directly to reduce the enrollee's
monthly premium payment, so Priya pays $450 minus $320, or $130 per month. Option
A confuses the APTC with the reconciliation process at tax time, while option B
incorrectly suggests the subsidy increases her cost. Option D describes a different
calculation method that doesn't apply to how Aetna bills subsidized enrollees on the
Marketplace.
Question 3 of 50
,David, 45, owns a small construction company in Ohio with four employees, including
himself. He wants to offer health coverage but is unsure whether he should purchase an
Aetna Individual plan or explore small group options. His employees work variable
hours, averaging 25 hours per week. What is the most accurate guidance regarding
David's situation?
A. David must purchase small group coverage because he has more than one employee
B. David is not required to offer coverage and may purchase an Aetna Individual plan for
himself ✓ CORRECT
C. David must offer small group coverage because the ACA mandates all employers
provide health insurance
D. David is ineligible for individual coverage because he has employees who could join a
group plan
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The ACA employer mandate applies only to employers with 50 or more
full-time equivalent employees, so David's small business has no requirement to offer
coverage and he remains eligible to purchase an individual plan. Option A is incorrect
because small group rules don't force coverage on businesses with fewer than 50 FTEs,
and option C misstates the ACA mandate threshold. Option D is wrong because having
employees doesn't disqualify a business owner from the individual market.
Question 4 of 50
Linda, 62, is retiring early and losing her employer group health coverage next month.
She is not yet eligible for Medicare. Her Aetna individual plan options include HMO, PPO,
and EPO network types. Linda travels frequently to visit her grandchildren in three
different states and wants the flexibility to see specialists without referrals. Which
network type should Linda select?
A. HMO, which allows her to see any provider nationwide without referrals
, B. PPO, which offers out-of-network coverage and does not require specialist referrals
✓ CORRECT
C. EPO, which functions identically to a PPO with full out-of-network benefits
D. HMO, because at her age she is required to choose a primary care coordinator
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A PPO provides the out-of-network flexibility and specialist access without
referrals that Linda needs for her multi-state travel lifestyle. Option A incorrectly
describes HMO rules, which require referrals and typically don't cover out-of-network
care except emergencies. Option C is wrong because EPOs generally do not cover
out-of-network care at all, and option D invents an age-based requirement that doesn't
exist in Aetna's individual products.
Question 5 of 50
Carlos, 38, is comparing Aetna Individual plan options in the New York Marketplace. He
notices that some plans are labeled "HSA-eligible" while others are not. Carlos wants to
contribute to a Health Savings Account to save for future medical expenses tax-free.
What must be true about the plan he selects?
A. The plan must be a Gold or Platinum tier to qualify for HSA compatibility
B. The plan must have a deductible above the IRS minimum and no first-dollar coverage
except preventive care ✓ CORRECT
C. The plan must be an HMO network type, as PPOs are prohibited from HSA pairing
D. The plan must include prescription drug coverage with a $0 deductible for
medications
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HSA-qualified plans must meet IRS requirements including a minimum
deductible and prohibition on benefits before the deductible is met, with exceptions for
preventive services. Option A is incorrect because HSA eligibility depends on plan
design, not metal tier, and Bronze plans are often HSA-eligible. Option C is wrong
Complete Questions and Answers Detailed Rationales Pass
Guaranteed - A+ Graded
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 | Aetna Individual Products & Plans | Q1 – Q10
Section 2 | Enrollment, Eligibility & Underwriting | Q11 – Q20
Section 3 | Benefits, Coverage & Cost-Sharing | Q21 – Q30
Section 4 | ACA Compliance & Enrollment Periods | Q31 – Q40
Section 5 | Claims, Appeals, Service & Ethics | Q41 – Q50
Instructions: Choose the single best answer. Pass: 80% in 90 minutes.
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SECTION 1: AETNA INDIVIDUAL HEALTH INSURANCE PRODUCTS & PLANS Q1 – Q10
══════════════════════════════════════
Question 1 of 50
Marcus, 34, is a freelance graphic designer in Austin, Texas, earning $52,000 annually
with no employer-sponsored coverage. He wants a plan with the lowest monthly
premium and is comfortable paying more out-of-pocket if he needs care. He rarely visits
the doctor but wants catastrophic protection. Which Aetna Individual plan metal tier
best matches his needs?
A. Gold tier, which offers the lowest out-of-pocket costs with higher monthly premiums
B. Bronze tier, which offers the lowest monthly premiums with higher out-of-pocket
costs ✓ CORRECT
C. Silver tier, which offers moderate premiums and moderate cost-sharing regardless of
income
D. Platinum tier, which offers the highest monthly premiums with the lowest deductibles
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale: Bronze plans are designed for individuals like Marcus who want the lowest
possible monthly premium and are willing to accept higher deductibles and cost-sharing
in exchange for catastrophic protection. Gold and Platinum plans would cost him
significantly more each month despite his low utilization, while Silver plans would still
carry higher premiums than Bronze without the cost-sharing reductions he doesn't
qualify for at his income level. Aetna's Bronze individual plans typically feature the
highest deductibles but the most affordable premiums in their portfolio.
Question 2 of 50
Priya, 29, is a part-time yoga instructor in Florida making $28,000 per year. She qualifies
for an Advance Premium Tax Credit (APTC) and wants to understand how Aetna's Silver
plan pricing works with her subsidy. Her Silver plan has a full premium of $450/month
and she receives an APTC of $320/month. What will Priya's actual monthly premium be?
A. $450 per month, because the APTC is applied only at tax filing time
B. $770 per month, because the APTC is added to the premium she must pay
C. $130 per month, because the APTC reduces her premium obligation dollar-for-dollar
✓ CORRECT
D. $320 per month, because she pays the difference between the Silver benchmark and
her plan
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Advance Premium Tax Credit is applied directly to reduce the enrollee's
monthly premium payment, so Priya pays $450 minus $320, or $130 per month. Option
A confuses the APTC with the reconciliation process at tax time, while option B
incorrectly suggests the subsidy increases her cost. Option D describes a different
calculation method that doesn't apply to how Aetna bills subsidized enrollees on the
Marketplace.
Question 3 of 50
,David, 45, owns a small construction company in Ohio with four employees, including
himself. He wants to offer health coverage but is unsure whether he should purchase an
Aetna Individual plan or explore small group options. His employees work variable
hours, averaging 25 hours per week. What is the most accurate guidance regarding
David's situation?
A. David must purchase small group coverage because he has more than one employee
B. David is not required to offer coverage and may purchase an Aetna Individual plan for
himself ✓ CORRECT
C. David must offer small group coverage because the ACA mandates all employers
provide health insurance
D. David is ineligible for individual coverage because he has employees who could join a
group plan
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The ACA employer mandate applies only to employers with 50 or more
full-time equivalent employees, so David's small business has no requirement to offer
coverage and he remains eligible to purchase an individual plan. Option A is incorrect
because small group rules don't force coverage on businesses with fewer than 50 FTEs,
and option C misstates the ACA mandate threshold. Option D is wrong because having
employees doesn't disqualify a business owner from the individual market.
Question 4 of 50
Linda, 62, is retiring early and losing her employer group health coverage next month.
She is not yet eligible for Medicare. Her Aetna individual plan options include HMO, PPO,
and EPO network types. Linda travels frequently to visit her grandchildren in three
different states and wants the flexibility to see specialists without referrals. Which
network type should Linda select?
A. HMO, which allows her to see any provider nationwide without referrals
, B. PPO, which offers out-of-network coverage and does not require specialist referrals
✓ CORRECT
C. EPO, which functions identically to a PPO with full out-of-network benefits
D. HMO, because at her age she is required to choose a primary care coordinator
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A PPO provides the out-of-network flexibility and specialist access without
referrals that Linda needs for her multi-state travel lifestyle. Option A incorrectly
describes HMO rules, which require referrals and typically don't cover out-of-network
care except emergencies. Option C is wrong because EPOs generally do not cover
out-of-network care at all, and option D invents an age-based requirement that doesn't
exist in Aetna's individual products.
Question 5 of 50
Carlos, 38, is comparing Aetna Individual plan options in the New York Marketplace. He
notices that some plans are labeled "HSA-eligible" while others are not. Carlos wants to
contribute to a Health Savings Account to save for future medical expenses tax-free.
What must be true about the plan he selects?
A. The plan must be a Gold or Platinum tier to qualify for HSA compatibility
B. The plan must have a deductible above the IRS minimum and no first-dollar coverage
except preventive care ✓ CORRECT
C. The plan must be an HMO network type, as PPOs are prohibited from HSA pairing
D. The plan must include prescription drug coverage with a $0 deductible for
medications
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HSA-qualified plans must meet IRS requirements including a minimum
deductible and prohibition on benefits before the deductible is met, with exceptions for
preventive services. Option A is incorrect because HSA eligibility depends on plan
design, not metal tier, and Bronze plans are often HSA-eligible. Option C is wrong
