AHIP Final Exam Test Questions & Answers Actual
Exam – Complete Q&A with Detailed Rationales –
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Foundations: Medicare Parts A, B, C, D Overview
Q1: Mrs. Lopez is reviewing her Medicare coverage options. She understands that Part
A helps cover hospital costs, but she is unsure what specific services are included
under "Inpatient Hospital Care." Which of the following services is typically covered
under Medicare Part A?
A. Doctor’s services received while she is an inpatient
B. Private-duty nursing services
C. A television or telephone in her hospital room
D. Meals and supplies that are considered part of the stay [CORRECT]
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The best answer is D because Part A covers semiprivate rooms, meals,
general nursing, and other hospital services and supplies as part of the inpatient stay.
Q2: Mr. Thompson has Original Medicare and is asking about the coverage for durable
medical equipment (DME) like a walker or wheelchair. Under which part of Medicare
would this equipment fall, and what percentage does he generally have to pay?
A. Medicare Part A; 100% of the Medicare-approved amount
B. Medicare Part B; 20% of the Medicare-approved amount [CORRECT]
C. Medicare Part D; a tiered copayment based on the formulary
D. Medicare Supplement; nothing after a small annual deductible
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This aligns with standard Medicare rules where Part B covers DME, and the
beneficiary is typically responsible for 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the
Part B deductible is met.
Q3: Which of the following statements accurately describes the primary difference
between Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Original Medicare (Parts A and B)?
A. Medicare Advantage plans are always fee-for-service, while Original Medicare uses a
network of doctors.
,B. Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private companies approved by CMS,
while Original Medicare is a federal program. [CORRECT]
C. Original Medicare requires referrals for all specialists, while Medicare Advantage
plans never do.
D. Medicare Advantage plans do not cover Part A and B services, only supplemental
benefits.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This is correct because Medicare Advantage is a way of getting your Part A
and Part B benefits through a private insurance company approved by CMS, rather than
directly through the federal government.
Q4: When explaining the Medicare Part D coverage gap, often called the "donut hole,"
to a client, what must you clarify about how it works in the standard benefit design for
2026?
A. Once the beneficiary enters the coverage gap, they pay 100% of their drug costs until
they hit catastrophic coverage.
B. The coverage gap closes completely, meaning the beneficiary pays the same
copayments as the initial deductible stage.
C. While in the gap, beneficiaries pay a percentage of the cost for both brand-name and
generic drugs, with plans and manufacturers covering the rest. [CORRECT]
D. Beneficiaries must pay a $500 penalty to exit the coverage gap each year.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The best answer is C because the coverage gap continues to shrink under
the Affordable Care Act, requiring beneficiaries to pay a percentage of the cost while the
plan pays the remainder until catastrophic coverage is reached.
Q5: Mr. Davis is concerned about costs associated with skilled nursing facility (SNF)
care. If he is admitted to a SNF for a qualifying stay, how does Medicare Part A
coverage apply regarding the days of coverage?
A. Medicare Part A covers up to 100 days with full coverage for each day if he meets
residency requirements.
B. Medicare Part A covers the first 20 days in full, and the next 80 days require a daily
coinsurance payment. [CORRECT]
C. Medicare Part A covers all days as long as he stays in the facility for less than 30
days.
D. Medicare Part A does not cover SNF stays; only Medigap plans cover this type of
care.
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: This is correct because for a qualifying SNF stay, Part A covers days 1–20 in
full, and days 21–100 require a daily coinsurance amount from the beneficiary.
Q6: Which of the following preventive services is covered under Medicare Part B
without charging a deductible or coinsurance, provided specific conditions are met?
A. Annual Wellness Visit [CORRECT]
B. Cosmetic surgery
C. Routine dental care and cleanings
D. Hearing aids
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This is correct because the Annual Wellness Visit is a preventive service
covered by Part B with no cost-sharing (no deductible or coinsurance) when performed
by a participating provider.
Q7: A beneficiary asks what the "Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount"
(IRMAA) is. How would you best explain this to them?
A. It is a surcharge added to their Part B and/or Part D premiums if their income
exceeds certain thresholds. [CORRECT]
B. It is a discount they receive if they sign up during their Initial Enrollment Period.
C. It is a mandatory fee that everyone pays regardless of income.
D. It is a penalty for late enrollment in a Medicare Advantage plan.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This aligns with CMS rules stating that beneficiaries with higher incomes pay
an extra amount on top of their standard Part B and Part D premiums, known as
IRMAA.
Q8: Which of the following statements is true regarding Hospice care under Medicare
Part A?
A. Hospice care is intended for patients who are terminally ill with a life expectancy of
six months or less if the illness runs its normal course. [CORRECT]
B. Hospice care requires the beneficiary to stop all curative treatments, but they must
continue paying their Part B premiums.
C. Hospice care is strictly limited to inpatient facilities and cannot be provided at home.
D. To elect hospice, a beneficiary must sign up for a Medicare Special Needs Plan
(SNP).
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This is correct because Part A hospice benefits are specifically designed for
terminally ill individuals with a prognosis of six months or less, focusing on comfort
rather than cure.
Exam – Complete Q&A with Detailed Rationales –
Pass Guaranteed – A+ Graded
Foundations: Medicare Parts A, B, C, D Overview
Q1: Mrs. Lopez is reviewing her Medicare coverage options. She understands that Part
A helps cover hospital costs, but she is unsure what specific services are included
under "Inpatient Hospital Care." Which of the following services is typically covered
under Medicare Part A?
A. Doctor’s services received while she is an inpatient
B. Private-duty nursing services
C. A television or telephone in her hospital room
D. Meals and supplies that are considered part of the stay [CORRECT]
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The best answer is D because Part A covers semiprivate rooms, meals,
general nursing, and other hospital services and supplies as part of the inpatient stay.
Q2: Mr. Thompson has Original Medicare and is asking about the coverage for durable
medical equipment (DME) like a walker or wheelchair. Under which part of Medicare
would this equipment fall, and what percentage does he generally have to pay?
A. Medicare Part A; 100% of the Medicare-approved amount
B. Medicare Part B; 20% of the Medicare-approved amount [CORRECT]
C. Medicare Part D; a tiered copayment based on the formulary
D. Medicare Supplement; nothing after a small annual deductible
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This aligns with standard Medicare rules where Part B covers DME, and the
beneficiary is typically responsible for 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the
Part B deductible is met.
Q3: Which of the following statements accurately describes the primary difference
between Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Original Medicare (Parts A and B)?
A. Medicare Advantage plans are always fee-for-service, while Original Medicare uses a
network of doctors.
,B. Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private companies approved by CMS,
while Original Medicare is a federal program. [CORRECT]
C. Original Medicare requires referrals for all specialists, while Medicare Advantage
plans never do.
D. Medicare Advantage plans do not cover Part A and B services, only supplemental
benefits.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This is correct because Medicare Advantage is a way of getting your Part A
and Part B benefits through a private insurance company approved by CMS, rather than
directly through the federal government.
Q4: When explaining the Medicare Part D coverage gap, often called the "donut hole,"
to a client, what must you clarify about how it works in the standard benefit design for
2026?
A. Once the beneficiary enters the coverage gap, they pay 100% of their drug costs until
they hit catastrophic coverage.
B. The coverage gap closes completely, meaning the beneficiary pays the same
copayments as the initial deductible stage.
C. While in the gap, beneficiaries pay a percentage of the cost for both brand-name and
generic drugs, with plans and manufacturers covering the rest. [CORRECT]
D. Beneficiaries must pay a $500 penalty to exit the coverage gap each year.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The best answer is C because the coverage gap continues to shrink under
the Affordable Care Act, requiring beneficiaries to pay a percentage of the cost while the
plan pays the remainder until catastrophic coverage is reached.
Q5: Mr. Davis is concerned about costs associated with skilled nursing facility (SNF)
care. If he is admitted to a SNF for a qualifying stay, how does Medicare Part A
coverage apply regarding the days of coverage?
A. Medicare Part A covers up to 100 days with full coverage for each day if he meets
residency requirements.
B. Medicare Part A covers the first 20 days in full, and the next 80 days require a daily
coinsurance payment. [CORRECT]
C. Medicare Part A covers all days as long as he stays in the facility for less than 30
days.
D. Medicare Part A does not cover SNF stays; only Medigap plans cover this type of
care.
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: This is correct because for a qualifying SNF stay, Part A covers days 1–20 in
full, and days 21–100 require a daily coinsurance amount from the beneficiary.
Q6: Which of the following preventive services is covered under Medicare Part B
without charging a deductible or coinsurance, provided specific conditions are met?
A. Annual Wellness Visit [CORRECT]
B. Cosmetic surgery
C. Routine dental care and cleanings
D. Hearing aids
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This is correct because the Annual Wellness Visit is a preventive service
covered by Part B with no cost-sharing (no deductible or coinsurance) when performed
by a participating provider.
Q7: A beneficiary asks what the "Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount"
(IRMAA) is. How would you best explain this to them?
A. It is a surcharge added to their Part B and/or Part D premiums if their income
exceeds certain thresholds. [CORRECT]
B. It is a discount they receive if they sign up during their Initial Enrollment Period.
C. It is a mandatory fee that everyone pays regardless of income.
D. It is a penalty for late enrollment in a Medicare Advantage plan.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This aligns with CMS rules stating that beneficiaries with higher incomes pay
an extra amount on top of their standard Part B and Part D premiums, known as
IRMAA.
Q8: Which of the following statements is true regarding Hospice care under Medicare
Part A?
A. Hospice care is intended for patients who are terminally ill with a life expectancy of
six months or less if the illness runs its normal course. [CORRECT]
B. Hospice care requires the beneficiary to stop all curative treatments, but they must
continue paying their Part B premiums.
C. Hospice care is strictly limited to inpatient facilities and cannot be provided at home.
D. To elect hospice, a beneficiary must sign up for a Medicare Special Needs Plan
(SNP).
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This is correct because Part A hospice benefits are specifically designed for
terminally ill individuals with a prognosis of six months or less, focusing on comfort
rather than cure.
