Beyond Original Medicare: Supplemental Hearing Benefits

• Makes Hearing Aids More Affordable. Some people rely on additional hearing benefits to cover the cost of hearing aids.
  
• Supports Better Hearing Health. When routine exams and fittings are covered, people are more likely to get their hearing tested and maintain their devices.
  
• Reduces Financial Risk. Having additional insurance helps protect against high out-of-pocket costs.

Some individuals can purchase supplemental health insurance plans specifically for hearing (or combined with dental or vision). These may provide an allowance, discount, or networked benefit for hearing aids. However, plans vary significantly and aren’t available everywhere.

Some supplemental benefits are administered using a third-party administrator like Amplifon Hearing Health Care, which can provide tailored hearing solutions, white-glove service, and 5-star care.

Many people turn to supplemental hearing aid insurance to get the support they need. Here are the main ways supplemental coverage can make a difference:

1. Discounts and Allowances. Some supplemental plans (offered by private insurers) partner with hearing-care vendors to provide discounts on hearing aids or hearing services. A supplement plan may offer an allowance toward the cost of a hearing aid, reducing out-of-pocket expenses.
2. Routine Hearing Exams & Fittings. Supplemental plans may cover or partially cover annual hearing exams, hearing aid evaluations, or fitting appointments with little to no cost for you. It’s worth noting that Medigap plans do not expand Medicare’s covered services; they just reduce cost-sharing.
3. Maintenance Benefits. Some plans go beyond the device and may include benefits such as repair, replacement , and supplies.
4. Network of Providers. Often, these plans work with preferred hearing networks (like Amplifon), meaning you can access discounted hearing aids and trusted providers through your plan.

Learn about Amplifon’s nationwide network of clinics.

The good news is that Original Medicare covers hearing evaluations. If you think you have hearing loss, don’t let it go unaddressed. Request an appointment with one of our providers!

If you’re considering supplemental coverage, compare the hearing benefits across different plans. Amplifon Hearing Health Care’s Patient Care Advocates can help you check your benefits and walk you through your options. With over 8,800 in-network clinics nationwide, you can get the hearing support you need.