Needs Plans (CSNP-DSNP) 2021/2022
The three types of Special Needs Plans are: - ANSWERDual, Chronic Condition and
Institutional/Institutional-Equivalent.
When does the Special Election Period for Dual/LIS Change in Status begin for DSNP members that lose
Medicaid eligibility? - ANSWERThe month after they are notified by the plan of the loss of Medicaid
eligibility
A DSNP might be in the best interest of which of these consumers? - ANSWERJoe, whose low income
qualifies him for full Medicaid coverage
Which program is available to support the unique health care needs of CSNP and DSNP members? -
ANSWERA care management program that varies depending upon the level of the member's health risk
level
Which statement best describes a DSNP? - ANSWERThe monthly premium is at or below the Low
Income Subsidy benchmark to cover drug costs
When selling DSNPs, agents must: - ANSWEREnsure that the consumer only has Medicare
Confirm the consumer's Medicaid level and that the consumer is entitled to Medicare Part A and
enrolled in Part B
Which consumer may be a good candidate for a DSNP? - ANSWERAnne, who does not pay a percentage
of charges when she receives medical care