Underwriters use various sources to assess an applicant’s risk, including the application, Medical Information Bureau (MIB) reports, consumer reports, medical questionnaires, attending physician statements (APS), and physical examinations, as permitted under Oklahoma’s underwriting practices (Title 36 O.S. § 1204). However,genetic testingis generally restricted or prohibited for life and health insurance underwriting due to federal and state laws, such as the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2008, which limits the use of genetic information in health insurance decisions.
Option A: Incorrect. Medical questionnaires are a standard underwriting tool.
Option B: Incorrect. Attending physician statements provide medical history and are commonly used.
Option C: Incorrect. Physical examinations are often required for underwriting.
Option D: Correct. Genetic testing is typically not allowed for underwriting due to legal restrictions.
[:, Prometric Oklahoma Life, Accident, and Health or Sickness Producer Exam Content Outline (Section: General Knowledge – Underwriting)., Oklahoma Insurance Department, Title 36 O.S. § 1204 (insurance business conduct)., Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), 42 U.S.C. § 2000ff et seq., Standard insurance study guides (e.g., Kaplan, ExamFX) for Oklahoma producer licensing., ]
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