Communication & Stakeholder Engagement Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes the role of a 'trusted messenger' in ACA outreach to underserved communities?
Answer: A community member or leader who already has credibility with the target population
Trusted messengers are respected community figures whose existing relationships make outreach more credible and effective.
A consumer is confused by the term 'out-of-pocket maximum.' How should an assister best explain this concept?
Answer: It is the most you will have to pay for covered services in a plan year before insurance pays 100%
The out-of-pocket maximum caps the consumer's annual cost for covered in-network services, after which the plan pays 100%.
Under ACA stakeholder engagement best practices, which group should be engaged when designing outreach materials for rural communities?
Answer: Local community health workers, rural clinics, and agricultural employers
Rural-specific outreach requires input from local trusted entities who understand geography, culture, and access barriers unique to rural populations.
A health insurance marketplace is launching a special enrollment period (SEP) communications campaign. Which qualifying life event should be prominently featured in messaging to renters?
Answer: Loss of other health coverage
Loss of health coverage is the most common qualifying life event and most relevant to renters who may lose employer-based coverage.
When developing ACA communications for a population with low health literacy, which approach is most appropriate?
Answer: Use visuals, short sentences, and plain language at a 6th-grade reading level
Health literacy best practices recommend plain language, visuals, and appropriate reading levels to maximize understanding.
Which of the following is a key performance indicator (KPI) for measuring ACA outreach effectiveness?
Answer: Number of completed enrollments or applications assisted
Completed enrollments and applications directly measure whether outreach achieved its goal of connecting individuals with coverage.
A Navigator is working with a client who qualifies for both Medicaid and marketplace coverage. What is the correct communication approach?
Answer: Explain both options objectively and help the client understand the differences in cost and coverage
Navigators must present all options objectively and cannot steer clients toward one program over another based on personal preference.