AHM Health Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Extras | up to $1,600 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Family Extras | up to $1,200 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Lifestyle/Black Extras | - | - | - |
Medibank Private Health Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | up to $1,800 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Vital Extras | up to $1,600 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Multicover Extras | up to $1,600 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
Bupa Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate | 100% up to $850 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Top Extras 90 | 90% up to $850 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Top Extras 75 | 75% up to $800 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Top Extras 60 | 60% up to $500 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
NIB
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | up to $1,200 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
Australian Unity Health Insurance
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic/ Comprehensive Extras | up to $550 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Advanced 80 Extras | up to $600 | 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 | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | up to $1,800 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Vital Extras | up to $1,600 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Multicover Extras | up to $1,600 | 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 | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras Fixed Benefit | up to $1,500 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Mid Extras Fixed Benefit | up to $1,500 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Mid Extras 65% Benefit | 65% up to $1,200 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Starter Family Package | - | - | - |
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 | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Extras | up to $1,500 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Value Extras | up to $1,000 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Essential | Na | Na | Na |
Latrobe Health Services
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier | up to $1,000 | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
| Top Extras | up to $650 | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
| Advantage | up to $500 | 12 Mths | 5 Years |
CBHS Health Fund
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras | up to $1,600 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
Teachers Health
Audiology & Hearing aid rebates
| Health Fund Cover | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Extras (1- 5 years) | up to $1,200 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Top Extras (5+ years) | up to $18200 | 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 | Hearing Aid Rebate | Waiting Period | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top | up to $1,400 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |
| Flexi | up to $1,200 | 12 Mths | 3 Years |