Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) Practice Exam

According to the Department of Health and Human Services guidelines, which of the following is NOT considered income?

1. Salary from employment

2. Sale of property, house, or car

3. Interest from savings

4. Rental income from property

The correct answer is: Sale of property, house, or car

In the context of the Department of Health and Human Services guidelines, the sale of property, house, or car is categorized as capital gains rather than income in the conventional sense. While it's true that selling property generates money, it does not qualify as income because it represents a one-time transaction rather than ongoing revenue that contributes to regular financial resources. In contrast, salary from employment, interest from savings, and rental income from property are all indications of continuous earnings. Salary is earned through employment and is a direct form of income, while interest from savings generates periodic returns based on the funds held. Rental income is received regularly from leasing property, making it a stable source of income as well. Distinguishing between one-time capital gains and ongoing income is essential for understanding guidelines and policies that pertain to financial assistance and eligibility assessment.