Does anyone know if Medicare covers hearing aids?
NO! Hearing aids are not covered by Medicare. Medicare will cover the cost of the diagnostic evaluation if referred by a physician, but they do not have any coverage for hearing instruments. Some states have Medicaid coverage for hearing aids, however, Florida (where I live) does not cover hearing aids for adults who are Medicaid recipients. There are some organizations that help the indigent by providing hearing aids at no or low costs. Check out your Local Lions Club organization and they may have a program. The Starkey FUND also has some coverages based on financial needs. If the patient is a church member the church may be able to help too. I have seen some churches pool together some funds for their members. I hope that helps.
