By Susan Pilch

This article is a part of the May/June 2024, Volume 36, Number 3, Audiology Today issue.

The insurance coverage of hearing aids continues to be an evolving situation marked by varying approaches taken by public and private payers. The addition of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids also has added another layer of complexity to the market for consumers and payers alike, and decisions surrounding insurance coverage are mixed. This article presents the current state of play regarding the major payers and coverage of hearing aids.

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