Long Term Care Certification Practice Test

What option does an insured choose to ensure benefits are preserved in case of non-payment of premiums?

1. Waiver of premium option

2. Nonforfeiture option

3. Rider option

4. Surrender value option

The correct answer is: Nonforfeiture option

The nonforfeiture option is designed to protect the insured's benefits in the event that premiums are not paid. This option allows policyholders to preserve some level of benefits, even when they can no longer afford to pay the premiums. Typically, this can mean receiving a reduced benefit amount, a paid-up policy, or the cash value accumulated in the policy, rather than losing all coverage. This approach is particularly important for long-term care insurance, as it helps to ensure that individuals do not lose their benefits and can still access care, even if their financial situation changes and they stop making premium payments. This concept of preserving value is crucial for policyholders who may face financial difficulties due to unforeseen circumstances, thus providing peace of mind that some level of insurance protection remains intact. The other options presented do not specifically address the preservation of benefits in the face of non-payment of premiums in such a direct manner.