Is discussing plan-specific premiums during an event advertised as educational permissible?

Discussing plan-specific premiums during an event that is advertised as educational is indeed impermissible. This guideline is crucial to ensure that educational events remain informative and compliant with regulations. The primary purpose of these educational events is to provide general information about Medicare and its options without directing participants toward specific plans or products. When plan-specific details, such as premiums, are discussed, it could inadvertently lead to marketing practices that are not permitted in an educational context.

Maintaining this separation helps protect consumers and ensures they receive unbiased information that allows them to make informed choices about their healthcare options without feeling pressured or misled by specific plan promotions. Therefore, adherence to this standard helps uphold the integrity of educational outreach regarding Medicare.