AHM Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Extras | Ini-$32 Sub-$25 (up to $450yr) | up to $1,600 | Repairs $50yr | Aud-nil, HA-12 mths | 3 Years |
| Vital Extras | – | up to $1,200 | Repairs $35yr | 12 Months | 3 Years |
| Lifestyle/Black 50,60,70,70+ Extras | – | – | – | – | – |
Medibank Private Health Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | - | up to $1,200 | not specified | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
| Vital Extras | - | up to $800 | not specified | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
| Multicover Extras | - | up to $400 | not specified | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
| Growing/Basic Extras | - | - | - | - | - |
Bupa Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate | Variable - check cover | 100% up to $850 | $850 service/3yrs | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Top Extras 90 | Variable - check cover | 90% up to $850 | $850 service/3yrs | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Top Extras 75 | Variable - check cover | 75% up to $800 | $850 service/3yrs | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Top Extras 60 | Variable - check cover | 60% up to $500 | $850 service/3yrs | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
NIB
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | - | up to $1,200 | not specified | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
Australian Unity Health Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic/ Comprehensive Extras | - | up to $550 | not specified | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Advanced 80 Extras | 80% consult up to $600 | up to $600 | not specified | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
Benefits are paid towards Audiology consultations under Advanced 80 Extras at 80% up to $600 (combined with some other services).
HCF
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | $70 | up to $1,800 | benefit depends | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Vital Extras | $60 | up to $1,600 | on length of | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Multicover Extras | $52 | up to $1,600 | membership | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
Benefits are paid towards Audiology consultations:
- Top Extras: $70
- Vital Extras: $60
- Multicover Extras: $52
GMHBA Health Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras Fixed Benefit | Ini- $40, Sub- $30 | up to $1,500 | not specified | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Mid Extras Fixed Benefit | Ini- $30, Sub- $25 | up to $1,500 | not specified | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Mid Extras 65% Benefit | 65% up to $400yr | 65% up to $1,200 | not specified | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Starter Family Package | 55% up to $200 | - | not specified | - | - |
Benefits are paid towards Audiology consultations:
- Top Extras Fixed Benefit: Initial Consult $40.00; Subsequent Consult $30.00; $500 annual consultation limit.
- Mid Extras Fixed Benefit: Initial Consult $30.00; Subsequent Consult $25.00; $400 annual consultation limit.
- Mid Extras 65% Benefit: Initial Consult 65%; Subsequent Consult 65%; $400 annual consultation limit.
- Starter Family Package: Initial Consult 55%; $200 annual consultation limit per person.
Defence Health Fund
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Extras | Ini- $85, Sub- $65 | up to $1,500 | $100 repairs | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Value Extras | Ini- $72, Sub- $50 | up to $1,000 | $100 repairs | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Essential | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA |
Latrobe Health Services
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier | $65 | up to $1,000 | inc in device limit | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
| Top Extras | Ini- $30, Sub- $25 | up to $650 | inc in device limit | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
| Advantage | Ini- $25, Sub- $17 | up to $500 | inc in device limit | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
CBHS Health Fund
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | 70% up to $60 ($360yr) | up to $1,600 | not specified | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
Teachers Health
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | $45 | up to $1,800 | based on membership | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
Benefits are paid towards Audiology consultations:
- Top Extras: $45 per consultation (no limit).
HBF
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Audiology Consult | Hearing Aids | Other Benefits | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top | - | up to $1,400 | benefit depends on | 12 Mths | 2 Years |
| Flexi | - | up to $1,200 | membership length | 12 Mths | 3 Years |