If a State Commissioner of Insurance Places an HMO Under

question 142

Multiple Choice

If a state commissioner of insurance places an HMO under administrative supervision, then the purpose of this action most likely is to:

• A) Transfer all of the HMO's business to other carriers.
• B) Allow the state commissioner, acting for a state court, to take control of and administer the HMO's assets and liabilities.
• C) Sell the HMO's assets in order to satisfy the HMO's obligations.
• D) Place the HMO's operations under the direction and control of the state commissioner or a person appointed by the commissioner.

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