Depending on your personal circumstances, we have a number of funding options available. We can help private clients, pensioners and workers compensation clients find the best option for them. We even offer interest-free payment plans.
Understanding the cost of hearing aids is crucial for individuals considering these essential devices. The average cost of hearing aids in the medical field can vary significantly, often posing a financial challenge. It is important to break down these expenses into initial purchase, ongoing maintenance, and eventual replacement costs to fully grasp the financial commitment. Proper financial planning for hearing aid expenses ensures that individuals are prepared for the long-term investment required to maintain optimal hearing health and quality of life.
Amplifon is an accredited service provider to the Hearing Services Program (HSP), which aims to provide fully or partially subsidised hearing aids and services to eligible Australians. The program helps reduce avoidable hearing loss by granting access to quality hearing services and devices.
The Government's Hearing Services Program (HSP) aims to reduce the impact of hearing loss by providing those who are eligible with access to hearing services and devices.
In order to be eligible, you must hold one of the following pension cards:
You are also eligible if you receive a Sickness Allowance or are a member of the Australian Defence Force.
If you're eligible for the program, you could recieve:
Click here to learn if you're eligible for the Hearing Services Program.
Workers compensation is a form of insurance payment to employees if they are injured or become sick due to their work. When it comes to hearing loss, noise exposure at work is a common cause.
Workers compensation is governed seperately by each state and territory. For more information, ask your local clinic.
At Amplifon, the assessment process for the Hearing Services Program (HSP) ensures eligible individuals receive tailored hearing care. Here’s how it works:
At Amplifon, we aim to make the HSP assessment process thorough and supportive, ensuring eligible individuals receive the best possible hearing care.
To qualify for the Hearing Services Program (HSP) in Australia, you generally need to meet one or more of the following criteria:
Hold a Pensioner Concession Card: Issued to recipients of certain government pensions, such as the Age Pension or Disability Support Pension.
Be a Department of Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card or White Card Holder:
Receive Sickness Allowance from Centrelink: Provided to individuals temporarily unable to work due to illness or injury.
Be a Dependent of Someone in the Above Categories: Includes spouses or children of eligible individuals.
Be an Australian Defence Force Member Referred by the Disability Employment Services Program: Defence Force members referred through this program can access hearing services under the HSP.
Note: A Seniors Health Card alone does not provide eligibility. Further eligibility checks can be completed on the Department of Health’s HSP website.
Meeting these criteria allows access to a range of hearing services and support to improve hearing health.
Do you experience hearing loss after getting water stuck in your ear? Or would you like in general to test your hearing capabilities? Then come to one of 280+ Amplifon clinics in Australia to attend a free hearing test.
To apply for Hearing Services Program (HSP) funding, eligible individuals must first visit the Hearing Services Program website or contact an accredited service provider like Amplifon. The application process typically involves completing an eligibility check, which may require providing proof of eligibility, such as a Pensioner Concession Card, Department of Veterans’ Affairs card, or evidence of receiving relevant allowances from Centrelink. Once eligibility is confirmed, individuals can register for the HSP and select an accredited hearing service provider. The chosen provider will then guide them through the necessary steps, including scheduling a hearing assessment and assisting with any required paperwork to ensure they receive the appropriate subsidised hearing aids and services.
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