Insurance Licensing and Regulations Quiz

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What term describes making false or malicious statements regarding a competing insurer's financial status?

Boycott

Intimidation

Twisting

Defamation (correct)

What is the fixed amount paid by a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) to a provider for services?

Deductible

Prepaid plan

Copayment

Capitation (correct)

How much of an agent's total business may be from controlled business within a 12-month period?

10%

50%

25%

No more than 20% (correct)

For which of the following actions may an insurance license not be suspended?

Over-insuring a health insurance risk Signup and view all the answers

What type of insurance is a life agent prohibited from selling?

Limited credit insurance Signup and view all the answers

How often must insurance carriers authorized in Florida be audited by the Office of Financial Regulation?

Once every three years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT constitute cheating on an insurance license exam?

Arriving late for the exam Signup and view all the answers

Controlled business involves agents selling policies to which of the following?

Their family members and business associates Signup and view all the answers

What is a key concern regarding unlicensed entities in the insurance industry?

Potential for criminal activity Signup and view all the answers

Who is primarily responsible for administering state insurance laws?

Chief Financial Officer Signup and view all the answers

Which entity is responsible for resolving disputes between policyholders and insurance companies?

State judicial system Signup and view all the answers

What term is used for a false statement in an insurance application that could void the contract?

Misrepresentation Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes fraud in the context of insurance?

Deliberate deceit for injury Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a producer to legally act as an agent for an insurer?

Appointment Signup and view all the answers

What is it called when someone makes false statements about an insurer's financial situation?

Defamation Signup and view all the answers

If an agent knows that a policy is going to be lapsed in favor of a new one, what must they submit?

Notice of Replacement Signup and view all the answers

Making a false statement regarding the benefits of a policy falls under which term?

Misrepresentation Signup and view all the answers

What defines group life insurance policies in terms of replacement requirements?

They are exempt from replacement requirements. Signup and view all the answers

Who must be licensed to receive a commission in the insurance industry?

Only sales agents Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for encouraging a client to lapse a policy to their disadvantage?

Twisting Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of rebating?

Paying part of the premium for someone to buy insurance Signup and view all the answers

Funds administered by an agent for the benefit of clients are kept in which type of account?

Fiduciary Account Signup and view all the answers

For an insurer to conduct business legally in the state, what must it first acquire?

Certificate of Authority Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an insurer to operate in most states?

Certificate of Authority issued by the State Department or Division of Insurance Signup and view all the answers

Which document is NOT required to be given to the applicant by the replacing producer or agent?

A copy of the state regulations regarding replacements Signup and view all the answers

What duty is NOT a responsibility of the replacing insurer under replacement rules?

Terminating the replaced policy immediately upon receipt of the replacement notice Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario is NOT considered an Unfair Claims Practice?

Refusing to pay the claim without receiving a proof of loss Signup and view all the answers

Which individual is prohibited from receiving commission payments?

An unlicensed person acting as a producer or agent Signup and view all the answers

What action would be classified as rebating?

Offering potential clients a 10% premium discount on the first year's premium Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions would NOT be considered an unfair claim settlement practice?

Offering a prompt explanation in denial of a claim Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is NOT correct?

The CFO is appointed by the Governor Signup and view all the answers

The Financial Services Commission is tasked with which of the following?

Oversight of insurance company solvency Signup and view all the answers

Which of these actions violates replacement rules?

Failing to confirm replacement actions adhere to state regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of engaging in twisting?

Switching policies through deceptive practices Signup and view all the answers

What must happen if a compliance issue arises during the claims process?

A full investigation must be conducted by the CFO Signup and view all the answers

Which practice is allowed with regard to client interactions?

Offering an explanation for a claim denial Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding agent licensure is INCORRECT?

Agents can operate in multiple states with a single license Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding the DFS is correct?

The DFS may interrogate an applicant or agent if necessary for public protection. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Division of Consumer Services?

Examine and investigate licensees. Signup and view all the answers

What is a function of the Bureau of Financial Investigations?

Act as a criminal justice agency within the DFS. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is FALSE regarding the Division of Rehabilitation and Liquidation?

The Division handles unclaimed property. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for handling unclaimed property?

The Department of Commerce Division of Unclaimed Funds. Signup and view all the answers

The Division of Financial Services has the power to perform all of the following EXCEPT?

Regulate the state Medicaid program. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about approval of policy forms and rates is NOT correct?

Application forms do not need to be filed for approval. Signup and view all the answers

With respect to market conduct examinations, which statement is true?

All accounts and records must be available to examiners. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding certificates of authority is FALSE?

Transacting insurance without a Certificate of Authority is a misdemeanor. Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a purpose of licensing in the insurance industry?

To authorize the agent to insure specific risks. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following qualifications is NOT required for obtaining a life or health agent license?

Have prior experience in insurance. Signup and view all the answers

What is an accurate description of the role of the Special Investigations Unit?

Investigates allegations of unauthorized insurance activity. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding the Division of Financial Services is TRUE?

It operates under the Insurance Code to oversee the insurance industry. Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of market conduct examinations?

All records must be made freely available to the examiners. Signup and view all the answers

How many credit hours of continuing education must a new agent complete every two years?

24 (with at least 2 in unauthorized insurers and 3 in ethics) Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame within which an agent must inform the Department of any change in address?

30 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about commissions is INCORRECT?

Commissions may be shared with a person who is licensed and appointed in a different line of business Signup and view all the answers

Regarding civil immunity, which statement is FALSE?

Truthful information may still lead to civil liability Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior is NOT prohibited by the Code of Ethics?

Backdating Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is FALSE regarding the Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association?

An insurer is required to be a member of the Association Signup and view all the answers

An agent is not considered holding a license for controlled business as long as what percentage of premiums is derived from controlled business?

Not more than 50% Signup and view all the answers

What does the practice of Twisting involve?

Misleading insureds to exchange an existing policy detrimentally Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for an agent's association with controlled business to be compliant?

Not more than 50% of premiums from controlled business Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about an agent's obligations following their address change is accurate?

Must notify within 30 days Signup and view all the answers

In regards to commissions, which assertion holds true?

Agents must keep compensation records for specific time frames Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NEVER an acceptable practice in insurance?

Defamation of a competitor Signup and view all the answers

Which condition must an insurer meet regarding the Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association?

Must serve policyholders in the state Signup and view all the answers

What is the required education module concerning unauthorized insurers for new agents?

2 hours required in continuing education every two years Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Insurance Agent Conduct and Licensing

Defamation: Making false, malicious statements about a competing insurer's financial state to harm them.
Capitation: A fixed amount paid to a healthcare provider by an HMO for services rendered.
Controlled Business Limit: Insurance agents can't have more than 33% of their business from controlled sources (family, employees, etc.) in a 12-month period.
Health Insurance Risk Over-Insuring: License suspension is not automatic for over-insuring a health risk, unless it was intentional.
Life Agent Restrictions: A life agent cannot sell limited credit insurance.
Insurance Carrier Audits: Florida insurance carriers must be audited by the Office of Financial Regulation every three years.
Unlicensed Entities: A concern for regulatory bodies arising from potential criminal activity, unpaid claims, and insufficient oversight.
Insurance Law Administration: The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for Florida's insurance law administration.
Policyholder Disputes: Conflicts between insurance companies and policyholders are settled by the state judiciary system.

Insurance Contracts and Representations

Misrepresentation: A false statement in an insurance application that can invalidate the contract if it was material to the risk assessment.
Fraud: Intentional misrepresentation, deceit, or withholding material facts with the intent to harm another party.
Appointment of Agent: An insurer must appoint an agent to transact business.
Policy Replacement: Agents must submit a "Notice of Replacement" when an existing policy is being replaced by a new one.
Twisting: Encouraging a policyholder to lapse a policy in favor of a new one to their detriment.
Rebating: Returning a portion of an insurance premium or commission to the insured as an inducement to purchasing a policy, which is illegal.

Insurance Funds and Oversight

Fiduciary Account: Contains funds belonging to others, administered by an agent for their benefit.
Certificate of Authority: Required for insurance companies to operate in a state.
Replacement Rules: The replacing insurer is responsible for ensuring their actions comply with regulations and must notify the prior insurer and provide copies of sales proposals.
Unfair Claims Practices: Refusing to pay a claim without receiving proof of loss is not an unfair claim practice (proof of loss can be requested).
Commission Recipients: Commissions may not be paid to unlicensed persons acting as insurance producers.

Specific Insurance Matters

Group Life Insurance: Exempt from replacement requirements.
Market Conduct Examinations: All relevant records must be accessible to examiners conducting an examination.
Certificates of Authority: A Certificate of Authority is required for insuring, insurance transaction, and insurance activity in a state. Failure to have one may result in a criminal penalty (felony).
Insurance Licensing: Licensing is to authorize agent activity and facilitate public supervision. New agents must fulfill certain requirements for a license, including passing an exam and completing continuing education hours
Address Changes: Agents must notify the insurance department of address changes within 30 days.

Miscellaneous

Insurance Code Violations: Penalties for violations are imposed by the Chief Financial Officer.
Insurance Guaranty Association: The association prevents financial loss to policyholders when an insurer becomes insolvent, and it is not optional for insurers to join.

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