Health Insurance Mastery Practice Exam

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Who holds ownership in a mutual insurance company?

Investors in the company
Directors of the company
Policyowners
Government regulators

The correct answer is: Policyowners

In a mutual insurance company, the ownership is held by the policyowners. This structure differentiates mutual insurance companies from stock insurance companies, which are owned by shareholders. In mutual insurance companies, each policyholder is considered a member and has a vested interest in the company’s performance. This means that policyowners may receive dividends or participate in decisions affecting the company, aligning their interests closely with the success of the company. This ownership structure reflects the principle that mutual insurance exists primarily for the benefit of its policyholders, rather than for profit generation for investors or shareholders. Therefore, the policyowners collectively have control over crucial decisions, including the distribution of profits, which can be reflected in policy dividends or rate adjustments.