If referred directly by an ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) surgeon or a Neurologist, part of the cost of the Diagnostic Hearing Test can be claimed back through Medicare. A GP referral does not enable this.
A comprehensive diagnostic report to your referrer or GP is included as part of your consultation and rehabilitation service.
You are entitled to free hearing services from the Government funded body, the Office Of Hearing Services (OHS). You need to have signed following form by your GP before you visit us.
When it comes to the price of hearing aids, it’s what’s inside that counts. The technology itself is what determines the price point, not necessarily the style or size as many people think.
Generally hearing aids are priced according to categories of technology, and there are essentially 6 levels of technology across all hearing aid manufacturers. Prices per hearing aid price varying from $1000-$7000 depending on level of technology. At Victorian Hearing the cost of the daily worn hearing aids include a 60day return/exchange policy; 3-5 year warranty; 12 months manufacturer insurance policy; 3 months supply of batteries and 3 months worth of appointments.
If you are a pensioner or Veteran, your OHS voucher entitles you to fully subsidised hearing aids at the entry level technology, or you can use the subsidy towards higher levels of technology and pay the “top up” gap.
Annual subscription fees – upfront payment in advance. |
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1 Years: $2400 per year, per ear |
2 Years: $2200 per year, per ear |
3 Years: $2000 per year, per ear |
Monthly subscription fees – include financing. first two months to be paid up front, fixed direct debit there |
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$235 per month, per ear over, 1 year |
$220 per month, per ear over, 2 year |
$200 per month, per ear over, 3 year |