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Which document provides the most comprehensive review of a patient's medical history for underwriting purposes?
What key information is typically included in an Attending Physician's Statement?
Which action is essential for an agent when replacing a health insurance policy?
Which document would NOT typically be used to evaluate an individual's medical history in underwriting?
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What is the primary function of an Attending Physician's Statement in the underwriting process?
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What is the recommended method for correcting an application when changes are necessary?
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Which of the following methods for changing incorrect answers is generally unacceptable?
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What initial action is recommended if a mistake is made while filling out an application?
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What is the critical step after drawing a line through an incorrect answer?
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When is it advisable to use a fresh application instead of making corrections?
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Which factor is NOT considered in a replacement situation?
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What action does an insurer take when a completed application and first premium check are submitted?
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What is a primary concern for agents during the replacement of a policy?
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Why might limitations be significant in a replacement insurance evaluation?
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What does a conditional receipt signify for an applicant after submitting her premium?
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What type of contract requires both parties to fulfill obligations for it to be enforceable?
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Which characteristic best describes a personal contract?
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In the context of insurance, which term describes a contract where the outcome is uncertain?
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What is a critical feature of an aleatory contract?
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Which document primarily contains an insured's comprehensive medical history?
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What occurs when a health insurance applicant submits a completed application and first premium check?
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What does a conditional receipt indicate to a policy applicant?
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Which statement describes the status of a policy after an applicant receives a conditional receipt?
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What is a common misunderstanding regarding conditional receipts?
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What is the outcome if an insurer has not issued a policy after a conditional receipt is given?
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What is the primary binding force in an insurance contract?
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Which principle of insurance involves the obligation to act honestly?
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What does the insurer promise to provide in an insurance agreement?
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Which term describes the insured's payment of premiums and representations made during application?
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Which principle focuses on the interpretation favoring the insured in ambiguities?
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What is essential to ensure when replacing an insured's health insurance policy?
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Which statement regarding the gap between health insurance policies is accurate?
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What must an agent do before issuing a new health insurance policy?
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Which action is NOT recommended when transitioning to a new health insurance policy?
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Which of the following is crucial for insuring continuous health coverage?
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What must happen for a conditional insurance contract to be valid?
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What distinguishes a unilateral contract from a conditional contract?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a conditional contract?
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Which term best describes a contract where one party makes a promise that the other can only accept?
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In what scenario would a conditional contract become void?
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Which term describes untrue statements made by insureds that could change the underwriting decision?
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What impact do material misrepresentations have on an insurance application?
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Which of the following is not considered a material misrepresentation?
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In the context of insurance applications, what is the potential consequence of submitting material misrepresentations?
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Which statement best defines 'warranties' in the context of insurance applications?
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Study Notes
Application Changes
- Best practice for changing an application is to start over with a fresh application.
- If starting anew isn't feasible, draw a line through the incorrect answer, write the correct answer, and have the applicant initial it.
- Applications typically must be filled out in ink to ensure integrity.
Contract Types
- A conditional contract requires both parties to perform specific duties to be enforceable.
- Unlike unilateral contracts, a conditional contract relies on the fulfillment of stated conditions.
Medical History Documentation
- The Attending Physician's Statement (APS) is critical for underwriters to assess an insured's medical history.
- APS includes past diagnoses, treatments, recovery durations, and prognoses.
Health Insurance Policy Replacement
- Ensure the current policy remains active until the new policy is issued to cover any pre-existing conditions.
- A proper procedure during replacement does not include a cancellation of the old policy before the new one being active.
Replacement Considerations
- Important factors in a replacement policy situation include benefits, limitations, and exclusions.
- Comparison of these elements between the existing and proposed policies is essential; assets are not a primary consideration.
Insurance Application Process
- Upon receiving a completed application and premium check, issuing a conditional receipt does not mean the insurer has approved the application or issued the policy.
- The insurer has reviewed the application, but final decisions are pending.
Material Misrepresentation
- A material misrepresentation is an untrue statement on the application that could affect the insurer's underwriting decision.
- Distinction made between unintentional misrepresentation versus fraudulent statements.
Insurance Principles
- Binding force in contracts is based on consideration, which includes premium payments by the insured and the insurer's promise to pay upon loss.
- Neglecting to pay a legitimate claim contravenes the principle of consideration.
Conditional Contracts in Insurance
- A conditional contract requires both the insurer and policyowner to meet specific conditions for execution.
- Example scenario: death benefit payable to the beneficiary upon premium payment, pending policy approval, exemplifies conditional terms.
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