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NYSOH Assistor Certification Examination Comprehensive 150-Question Test
Bank | 2026 Edition
Primary Training Reference:
New York State of Health Assistor Certification Training Program | NYS
Department of Health
Course Materials: NYSOH Assistor Training Manual & Online Certification
Modules
SECTION 1: CHILD HEALTH PLUS PROGRAM
(Questions 1-20)
Question 1
The nurse is assisting a new mother who gave birth to a healthy baby boy
three weeks ago. The mother wants to ensure her newborn has health
insurance coverage. The nurse explains the Child Health Plus newborn policy.
Based on this policy, what must occur for the newborn to have coverage
retroactive to the first day of the birth month?
A) The family must apply for and have the newborn found eligible for
coverage within 30 days of the date of birth.
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B) The family must apply for and have the newborn found eligible for
coverage within 60 days of the date of birth.
C) The family must apply for and have the newborn found eligible for
coverage within 90 days of the date of birth.
D) The family must apply for and have the newborn found eligible for
coverage before the end of the birth month.
Correct Answer: B) The family must apply for and have the newborn found
eligible for coverage within 60 days of the date of birth.**
*Rationale: Under the Child Health Plus newborn policy, the family must apply
for and have the newborn found eligible for coverage within 60 days of the
newborn's date of birth in order to be eligible to have the coverage
retroactive to the first of the newborn's birth month . This policy ensures that
newborns can have continuous coverage from birth if parents apply
promptly.*
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Question 2
A family with a newborn baby has been approved for Child Health Plus
coverage but has not selected a health plan within the 60-day eligibility
window. The assistor explains the consequences of not selecting a plan within
this timeframe. Which statement accurately describes what will happen?
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A) The newborn will lose eligibility for Child Health Plus entirely and must
reapply.
B) The newborn will become ineligible for retroactive coverage but can still
enroll using the 15th of the month rule.
C) The newborn will be automatically enrolled in the lowest-cost plan
available in the county.
D) The family must wait until the next open enrollment period to select a
plan.
Correct Answer: B) The newborn will become ineligible for retroactive
coverage but can still enroll using the 15th of the month rule.
Rationale: If a newborn is found eligible for Child Health Plus but a plan was
not selected within 60 days, the newborn will become ineligible for
retroactive coverage. However, the family can still enroll the child using the
15th of the month rule for future coverage . This maintains access to coverage
while limiting retroactive benefits.*
Question 3
A nurse is providing education to a family about Child Health Plus coverage.
The family wants to know about the cost-sharing requirements for the
program. Which statement accurately describes the cost-sharing structure of
Child Health Plus?
A) Child Health Plus requires families to pay co-pays, co-insurance, and
deductibles based on income.
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B) Child Health Plus has no co-pays, co-insurance, or deductibles for covered
services.
C) Child Health Plus requires a $5 co-pay for all primary care visits and
prescriptions.
D) Child Health Plus requires families to pay a deductible of $500 per child per
year.
Correct Answer: B) Child Health Plus has no co-pays, co-insurance, or
deductibles for covered services.**
*Rationale: Child Health Plus is a health insurance program for uninsured
children in New York State that has no co-pays, co-insurance, or deductibles .
This makes it a comprehensive, affordable option for families who do not
qualify for Medicaid but need coverage for their children.
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**Question 4**
An assistor is helping a family determine if their child qualifies for Child Health
Plus. The nurse explains the basic eligibility requirements for the program.
Which child would be eligible for Child Health Plus?
NYSOH Assistor Certification Examination Comprehensive 150-Question Test
Bank | 2026 Edition
Primary Training Reference:
New York State of Health Assistor Certification Training Program | NYS
Department of Health
Course Materials: NYSOH Assistor Training Manual & Online Certification
Modules
SECTION 1: CHILD HEALTH PLUS PROGRAM
(Questions 1-20)
Question 1
The nurse is assisting a new mother who gave birth to a healthy baby boy
three weeks ago. The mother wants to ensure her newborn has health
insurance coverage. The nurse explains the Child Health Plus newborn policy.
Based on this policy, what must occur for the newborn to have coverage
retroactive to the first day of the birth month?
A) The family must apply for and have the newborn found eligible for
coverage within 30 days of the date of birth.
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B) The family must apply for and have the newborn found eligible for
coverage within 60 days of the date of birth.
C) The family must apply for and have the newborn found eligible for
coverage within 90 days of the date of birth.
D) The family must apply for and have the newborn found eligible for
coverage before the end of the birth month.
Correct Answer: B) The family must apply for and have the newborn found
eligible for coverage within 60 days of the date of birth.**
*Rationale: Under the Child Health Plus newborn policy, the family must apply
for and have the newborn found eligible for coverage within 60 days of the
newborn's date of birth in order to be eligible to have the coverage
retroactive to the first of the newborn's birth month . This policy ensures that
newborns can have continuous coverage from birth if parents apply
promptly.*
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Question 2
A family with a newborn baby has been approved for Child Health Plus
coverage but has not selected a health plan within the 60-day eligibility
window. The assistor explains the consequences of not selecting a plan within
this timeframe. Which statement accurately describes what will happen?
, 3
A) The newborn will lose eligibility for Child Health Plus entirely and must
reapply.
B) The newborn will become ineligible for retroactive coverage but can still
enroll using the 15th of the month rule.
C) The newborn will be automatically enrolled in the lowest-cost plan
available in the county.
D) The family must wait until the next open enrollment period to select a
plan.
Correct Answer: B) The newborn will become ineligible for retroactive
coverage but can still enroll using the 15th of the month rule.
Rationale: If a newborn is found eligible for Child Health Plus but a plan was
not selected within 60 days, the newborn will become ineligible for
retroactive coverage. However, the family can still enroll the child using the
15th of the month rule for future coverage . This maintains access to coverage
while limiting retroactive benefits.*
Question 3
A nurse is providing education to a family about Child Health Plus coverage.
The family wants to know about the cost-sharing requirements for the
program. Which statement accurately describes the cost-sharing structure of
Child Health Plus?
A) Child Health Plus requires families to pay co-pays, co-insurance, and
deductibles based on income.
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B) Child Health Plus has no co-pays, co-insurance, or deductibles for covered
services.
C) Child Health Plus requires a $5 co-pay for all primary care visits and
prescriptions.
D) Child Health Plus requires families to pay a deductible of $500 per child per
year.
Correct Answer: B) Child Health Plus has no co-pays, co-insurance, or
deductibles for covered services.**
*Rationale: Child Health Plus is a health insurance program for uninsured
children in New York State that has no co-pays, co-insurance, or deductibles .
This makes it a comprehensive, affordable option for families who do not
qualify for Medicaid but need coverage for their children.
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**Question 4**
An assistor is helping a family determine if their child qualifies for Child Health
Plus. The nurse explains the basic eligibility requirements for the program.
Which child would be eligible for Child Health Plus?
