Health Care Funding and Governance in the United States Quiz

Test your knowledge on Medicare, Medicaid, ACA & healthcare agencies. Explore funding sources & governance in US healthcare.

#1

Which federal agency administers Medicare?

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
#2

Which of the following acts established Medicaid?

Social Security Act of 1935
Medicare Modernization Act of 2003
Social Security Amendments of 1965
Affordable Care Act of 2010
#3

What is the primary role of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in healthcare governance?

Managing healthcare facilities
Enforcing healthcare regulations
Regulating medical devices and drugs
Providing healthcare subsidies
#4

What is the primary purpose of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA)?

To increase healthcare costs
To reduce the number of uninsured Americans
To decrease healthcare quality
To limit access to healthcare services
#5

What is the primary role of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in the United States?

Providing healthcare services directly to citizens
Regulating healthcare facilities and providers
Funding medical research projects
Enforcing healthcare insurance mandates
#6

What percentage of Medicaid funding comes from the federal government?

50%
75%
100%
25%
#7

What is the primary funding source for Medicare?

General taxation
State governments
Employer contributions
Patient premiums and federal taxes
#8

What is the primary funding source for Medicaid?

Federal income tax
State income tax
Fees and fines
General taxation
#9

Which of the following is a key role of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)?

Administering Medicare
Regulating pharmaceuticals
Preventing and controlling disease outbreaks
Overseeing Medicaid enrollment
#10

Which of the following is a key feature of a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)?

Restricted choice of healthcare providers
Primary focus on preventive care
No out-of-network coverage
Greater flexibility in choosing healthcare providers
#11

What is the primary function of the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)?

Providing healthcare coverage to low-income children
Funding medical research for childhood diseases
Regulating child care facilities
Offering educational programs for children's health
#12

Which federal agency oversees the regulation of health insurance plans under the Affordable Care Act?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
#13

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Single Payer healthcare system?

Universal coverage
Multiple insurance providers
Government-funded healthcare
No or minimal out-of-pocket expenses
#14

What is the primary responsibility of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)?

Regulating pharmaceuticals
Promoting public health initiatives
Conducting research to improve healthcare quality
Enforcing healthcare provider compliance
#15

What is the primary objective of a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)?

To provide healthcare services at a lower cost
To maximize profits for shareholders
To manage chronic diseases
To provide emergency medical services
#16

Which federal agency oversees the implementation of the Affordable Care Act?

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
#17

What is the primary role of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in healthcare?

Providing insurance coverage
Conducting medical research
Regulating healthcare facilities
Offering medical education programs
#18

What is the primary purpose of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)?

Regulating healthcare billing practices
Providing funding for medical schools
Administering Medicaid
Improving access to healthcare for underserved populations
#19

Which federal agency is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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