Which statement best describes Scope of Appointment in Medicare plan discussions?

• A. It allows unlimited topics in Medicare plan discussions.
• B. It records patient's medical diagnoses.
• C. It governs the topics discussed during Medicare plan discussions.
• D. It sets enrollment deadlines.

Answer: (C)

Scope of Appointment is the rule that defines what topics a broker or agent may discuss with a Medicare beneficiary during a plan discussion. It protects consumers by limiting conversations to agreed-upon subjects and requires those topics to be listed and signed off before the meeting. Typically, allowed topics include Medicare Advantage, standalone Part D drug plans, and Medigap options, with any expansion needing a new SOA. This is why the description that it governs the topics discussed during Medicare plan discussions is the best fit. It does not involve recording medical diagnoses, it doesn’t set enrollment deadlines, and it isn’t about unlimited topics.