Funding Options for Audiology Services

Making Hearing Care Accessible to Everyone

At Hearing Point, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality hearing care. Thankfully, there are several funding options available in Australia to help cover the costs of hearing assessments, hearing aids and ongoing support.

If you're unsure which funding option is right for you or would like to discuss your eligibility in detail, please contact us — we’re here to help guide you through the process.

1. Hearing Services Program (HSP)

HSP provides eligible clients with access to:

• Comprehensive hearing assessments
• Fully or partially subsidised hearing aids
• Annual hearing reviews
• Optional annual maintenance agreement covering batteries and repairs, helping to keep your hearing aids in good working condition. 

Who is Eligible?

You may be eligible if you are an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or Norfolk Island resident, aged 21 years or older, and one of the following:

• A Pensioner Concession Card holder or their spouse
• A Veteran Gold Card holder or their spouse
• A Veteran White Card holder (for hearing-specific conditions) or their spouse
• A member of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), including:        
•        Permanent Navy
•        Regular Army
•        Permanent Air Force
•        Reserves in continuous full-time service
• Referred by a Disability Employment Service

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2. Medicare

Medicare offers rebates for audiology services upon referral from a medical practitioner, primarily for diagnostic tests.

Clients generally need a referral from a medical practitioner (such as GP, ENT Specialist, Neurologist) to access Medicare rebates for audiology services. It's important to note that not all audiology services are claimable under Medicare.

3. GP Care Plan (for chronic ear conditions)

Your GP can refer for audiology services as part of your care plan. It's important to note that not all audiology services are claimable under this section.  

4. Private Health Insurance

Few private health funds can provide rebate towards your hearing aids. Please check your health fund for cover limit as each fund is unique.