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QUESTION CARD Q072 · HEALTH PLANS & COSTS

Group Contributions

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CARD Q072

An employer pays 70% of a group premium and employees pay 30%. Which classification applies?

  1. Noncontributory
  2. Individual conversion
  3. Contributory
  4. Self-insured by definition
CORRECT ANSWER · C

Contributory

Employees contribute to a contributory plan. Participation requirements are separate from the premium-sharing percentage and depend on applicable rules.

Why each choice is right or wrong

A. Noncontributory

Incorrect. Noncontributory means employees do not contribute toward the premium.

B. Individual conversion

Incorrect. Conversion changes eligible group coverage to individual coverage.

C. Contributory

Correct. Employees contribute to a contributory plan. Participation requirements are separate from the premium-sharing percentage and depend on applicable rules.

D. Self-insured by definition

Incorrect. Premium sharing does not establish whether the employer self-funds claims.

Review the related terms

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