Illinois Health Insurance Practice Exam

Which rider is also known as the option to purchase additional insurance rider?

1. Guaranteed Insurability Rider

2. Intoxicants and Narcotics

3. Renewability provisions; conditionally renewable

4. Renewability provisions; guaranteed renewable

The correct answer is: Guaranteed Insurability Rider

The correct choice is the Guaranteed Insurability Rider. This rider allows policyholders the ability to purchase additional insurance coverage without the need for further medical underwriting at specified times in the future. This means that as individuals undergo changes in their lives, such as marriage or the birth of a child, they can expand their coverage regardless of their health status at that time. This is particularly beneficial for those who may develop health issues and would find it difficult to secure additional coverage later on. The other options provided do not align with the definition of the option to purchase additional insurance rider. Although renewability provisions outline the ability to renew coverage, they do not specifically provide an option to add more insurance. Intoxicants and Narcotics refers to exclusions in policies rather than an option to increase coverage. Understanding the Guaranteed Insurability Rider's role in enhancing a policyholder's insurance flexibility is crucial for anyone studying insurance practices.