Hearing aids
Medicare Coverage Information
Overview
Medicare traditionally does not cover hearing aids, but recent changes are expanding hearing health benefits. Beneficiaries may have some coverage options through Medicare Advantage plans or supplemental insurance.
- Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) does not typically cover hearing aids
- Some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans offer hearing aid benefits
- Diagnostic hearing exams may be covered if ordered by a doctor
- Hearing aid costs can range from $1,000 to $4,000 per device
- Beneficiaries should explore supplemental insurance options
- Medicare beneficiaries aged 65 and older
- Some Medicare Advantage plan members
- Individuals with documented hearing loss
- Patients with a physician's recommendation
- Hearing aids are generally an out-of-pocket expense
- Medicare Advantage plans may cover partial hearing aid costs
- Typical out-of-pocket costs range from $1,000-$4,000 per device
- Some plans offer discounts or allowances for hearing devices
- No standard hearing aid coverage in Original Medicare
- Coverage varies significantly by Medicare Advantage plan
- Limited to specific types or brands of hearing aids
- May require pre-authorization from insurance provider
- Review your specific Medicare Advantage plan's hearing benefits
- Schedule a hearing evaluation with an audiologist
- Compare hearing aid prices and insurance coverage options
- Contact Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE for current guidance
Last updated: 6/15/2025
Quick Information
- Provider
- Medicare
- Last Updated
- 6/15/2025
- Topics
- Medicare hearing aidshearing aid coverageMedicare Part Bhearing healthsenior hearing services
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