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Of the three types of events John plans to conduct, which need to be reported to UnitedHealthcare?
Of the three types of events John plans to conduct, which need to be reported to UnitedHealthcare?
Formal and informal marketing events
Why is an agent prohibited from entering his or her own email address in the consumer's email address field in LEAN?
Why is an agent prohibited from entering his or her own email address in the consumer's email address field in LEAN?
The consumer/member would not receive plan related correspondence intended for him/her.
Which election period runs from October 15 to December 7 allowing consumers to elect or switch to a Medicare Advantage Plan?
Which election period runs from October 15 to December 7 allowing consumers to elect or switch to a Medicare Advantage Plan?
Annual Election Period (AEP)
What did Dino do that was NOT compliant when discussing Medicare Advantage plans?
What did Dino do that was NOT compliant when discussing Medicare Advantage plans?
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Does Jake need to obtain a Scope of Appointment (SOA) form from Mr. and Mrs. Nelson?
Does Jake need to obtain a Scope of Appointment (SOA) form from Mr. and Mrs. Nelson?
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What is the purpose of educational events?
What is the purpose of educational events?
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How should agent Erin respond when Mrs. Rose notices that the presented MA Plan has a Star Rating of 2 stars?
How should agent Erin respond when Mrs. Rose notices that the presented MA Plan has a Star Rating of 2 stars?
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Which describes the Permission to Contact guidelines?
Which describes the Permission to Contact guidelines?
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Has Victor been compliant when he emailed Julie's cousin without permission?
Has Victor been compliant when he emailed Julie's cousin without permission?
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Which individual would not likely have the authority to enroll a consumer in a Medicare Advantage Plan?
Which individual would not likely have the authority to enroll a consumer in a Medicare Advantage Plan?
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In which situation can telephonic contact be made with a Medicare eligible consumer?
In which situation can telephonic contact be made with a Medicare eligible consumer?
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What must Jacob explain to Emily when completing an Enrollment Application for her father?
What must Jacob explain to Emily when completing an Enrollment Application for her father?
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Which must you not do when marketing UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage or Prescription Drug Plans to consumers?
Which must you not do when marketing UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage or Prescription Drug Plans to consumers?
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An agent should only enroll a consumer in a product that is suitable for their needs, goals, and what?
An agent should only enroll a consumer in a product that is suitable for their needs, goals, and what?
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What is the purpose of the Statement of Understanding?
What is the purpose of the Statement of Understanding?
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What is the definition of Abuse?
What is the definition of Abuse?
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Which of the following are ways to report potential Fraud, Waste, and Abuse? (Select 2)
Which of the following are ways to report potential Fraud, Waste, and Abuse? (Select 2)
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In terms of events, which statement is true?
In terms of events, which statement is true?
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Whose email address may the agent enter into the LEAN enrollment application?
Whose email address may the agent enter into the LEAN enrollment application?
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When can consumers elect to join a Medicare Advantage Plan or switch plans?
When can consumers elect to join a Medicare Advantage Plan or switch plans?
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Which activities are permitted at an educational event?
Which activities are permitted at an educational event?
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What must occur at educational events?
What must occur at educational events?
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What should Brenda tell Melanie regarding the Star Rating?
What should Brenda tell Melanie regarding the Star Rating?
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What does Power of Attorney allow John to do for his mother?
What does Power of Attorney allow John to do for his mother?
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What authority must an individual have to sign an Enrollment Application on behalf of a consumer?
What authority must an individual have to sign an Enrollment Application on behalf of a consumer?
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What must an agent provide when marketing UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans?
What must an agent provide when marketing UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans?
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What is the definition of Waste?
What is the definition of Waste?
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Which of the issues below are examples of Fraud, Waste, and/or Abuse? (Select 3)
Which of the issues below are examples of Fraud, Waste, and/or Abuse? (Select 3)
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What materials is an agent NOT permitted to display at a marketing/sales event?
What materials is an agent NOT permitted to display at a marketing/sales event?
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What should Connor do when Rina brings her friend Shelley to the appointment?
What should Connor do when Rina brings her friend Shelley to the appointment?
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What do educational events allow for?
What do educational events allow for?
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Which lead generating activity is NOT compliant?
Which lead generating activity is NOT compliant?
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Which is not considered unsolicited contact according to regulations?
Which is not considered unsolicited contact according to regulations?
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What must agents not do when marketing UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans?
What must agents not do when marketing UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans?
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What does signing the Statement of Understanding mean for the consumer?
What does signing the Statement of Understanding mean for the consumer?
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Study Notes
Events and Reporting
- Agent John must report formal and informal marketing/sales events to UnitedHealthcare.
- Educational events aim to provide objective information about Medicare and wellness, not for selling plans.
Enrollment and Applications
- Agents cannot enter their email as a consumer's email to ensure correspondence reaches the member.
- The Annual Election Period (AEP) occurs from October 15 to December 7 for consumers to switch Medicare Advantage Plans.
- Agents must obtain a Scope of Appointment (SOA) form from consumers prior to discussing Medicare Advantage plans.
- During enrollment, agents must explain their legal authority to act on behalf of consumers when assisted by a Power of Attorney.
Compliance and Guidelines
- Agents may only contact Medicare eligible consumers if consent has been provided and not expired.
- Agents must not misrepresent Star Ratings; a rating of 2 stars is considered "Below Average."
- Violation of permission to contact guidelines occurs if agents communicate with individuals without their explicit authorization.
Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA)
- Examples of FWA include falsifying signatures or using another person's insurance information.
- Agents must report potential FWA through designated hotlines.
- Waste is defined as unnecessary services provided but is not to be confused with abuse.
Marketing Practices
- Only approved marketing materials should be used; agents must avoid distributing inappropriate incentives like gift cards.
- Agents should avoid unsolicited contacts, such as direct solicitation without prior consumer consent.
Consumer Understanding
- Signing the Statement of Understanding confirms consumers know they are enrolling in a specific Medicare plan.
- Educational events are limited to providing information, not conducting sales, ensuring consumers understand the services available.
Appropriate Conduct
- Lead generation must be compliant; agents cannot cold-call prospective leads based on referrals from existing clients.
- Legal representatives or authorized individuals may assist consumers, but documentation must be available upon request.
Ethical Standards
- All interactions require transparency regarding the services provided and the agent's authority.
- Abiding by Permission to Contact guidelines is essential to maintain ethical standards in marketing practices.
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