New Era of Hearing Health Care
Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids
As hearing benefit administrators, you may be wondering how the recent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ruling allowing the sale of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids changes the landscape of hearing care (for better or worse). We have a number of resources built to help you understand OTC hearing aids and the impact it may have on your plan and hearing benefit offering.
OTC Article Series
Our team of experts has penned a series of articles giving you an in-depth look at the details of the ruling, the clinical pros and cons of OTC hearing aids, and the important considerations for adding an OTC benefit to your hearing benefit.
Watch the Introductory Videos
A Primer
OTC Hearing Aids - A Primer for Health Plans
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Pros and Cons
OTC Hearing Aids - Examining the Pros and Cons
4:26
Considering an OTC benefit?
OTC Hearing Aids - Designing and Delivering an OTC Benefit
3:06
OTC Hearing Aids: A Primer for Health Plans
by Michael Belaen, J.D., SVP of Regulatory Affairs and Deputy General Counsel
With the new category of OTC medical devices, the FDA sought to make hearing aids more accessible and affordable for consumers. As health plans explore benefits related to OTC hearing aids, this article explores the critical points to keep in mind.
OTC Hearing Aids: Examining the Pros and Cons
by Carrie Meyer, Au.D., Director of Clinical Programs
The availability of OTC products could contribute to an increased awareness of the importance of hearing health, and perhaps even boost the adoption of hearing aids. But health plans need to be aware of the potential pitfalls.
OTC Hearing Aids: Designing and Delivering an OTC Benefit
by Scott Kosinski, Vice President of Sales & Account Management
Weighing the OTC Pros & Cons - Worksheet
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