Hearing Benefits
Strong hearing keeps you independent, safe, and connected to those you love
You can’t engage in conversation with those you love if you don’t know what is being said. Hearing loss should never be ignored or shamed even if it may be a common part of aging.
About one-third of adults over 65 will develop age-related hearing loss, also known as presbycusis. Hearing loss can develop slowly and often go unnoticed until others recognize your need to ask them to repeat themselves or turn the TV up to a volume that makes them uncomfortable.
Hearing loss doesn’t just affect your interpersonal relationships, but also places your cognitive health at risk. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), older adults who don’t address their hearing loss have a greater risk of developing dementia and may experience a faster decline in concentration.
But there’s good news. Tools like hearing aids are designed to address hearing loss and have been proven to improve mental and emotional health. Research has also shown that the use of hearing aids can strengthen your relationship with your spouse or partner and help you maintain a sense of independence.
Our plans include TruHearing, which covers up to two TruHearing Advanced or Premium hearing aids per year with low copayments. Hearing aid purchases include 80 free batteries per non-rechargeable hearing aid, a risk-free 60-day trial period, full three-year manufacturer warranty, and one year of follow-up visits.
Call to speak with one of our trusted advisors at 1-800-964-4525 (TTY: 711) or go online today to enroll and begin enjoying benefits like this. There’s a season for everything, but living in silence shouldn’t be one of them.
Making the most of our TruHearing benefit as a member
Call Member Services at 1-800-240-3851 (TTY: 711) from 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. 7 days a week.
TruHearing is as easy as 1-2-3. First, call one of TruHearing’s Hearing Consultants at 1-855-544-7055 (TTY: 711) to help answer your questions and get an appointment scheduled with an approved provider. Second, make sure you go to your appointment. Third, reach out to TruHearing when you need follow-up care. TruHearing also provides ongoing support to ensure hearing aids work properly.
The copay for a Premium hearing aid is either $699 or $899 depending on your plan.
The copay for an Advanced hearing aid is either $399 or $599 depending on your plan.