{"id":4841,"date":"2016-10-01T08:00:37","date_gmt":"2016-10-01T08:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hnetalk.com\/member\/?p=4841"},"modified":"2016-09-30T19:24:33","modified_gmt":"2016-09-30T19:24:33","slug":"new-hearing-aid-benefit-available-in-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hnetalk.com\/member\/new-hearing-aid-benefit-available-in-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"New Hearing Aid Benefit Available in 2017*"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing loss affects nearly 38 million Americans to some degree. And, we know that hearing loss can have an adverse effect on all aspects of life\u2014from putting a strain on relationships to increased risk of developing cognitive issues. However, hearing aids have proven extremely effective at \u00a0improving the lives of people with hearing loss.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hnetalk.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/MEDI2538-1016_Print-4.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-4843\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hnetalk.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/MEDI2538-1016_Print-4.jpg?resize=293%2C57&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"medi2538-1016_print-4\" width=\"293\" height=\"57\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hnetalk.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/MEDI2538-1016_Print-4.jpg?w=360&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hnetalk.com\/member\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/MEDI2538-1016_Print-4.jpg?resize=300%2C58&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 293px) 100vw, 293px\" \/><\/a>On the retail market, hearing aids cost an average of $2,000- $3,000 per aid\u2014which is why about 20 percent of people with hearing loss decide to skip treatment altogether. But at Health New England, we feel this issue is too important to the lives of our members to let it go untreated. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve decided to offer a new hearing\u00a0aid benefit that will lower your out-of-pocket cost on hearing aids and make it easier for you to address hearing loss, especially if you have been putting it off because it\u2019s been so expensive.<\/p>\n<p>Starting January 1, 2017, we\u2019re offering you the TruHearing Select program, which will cover up to two Flyte hearing aids per year for a low copayment of $699 (per aid) for an advanced level hearing aid or $999 (per aid) for a premium level hearing aid.<sup>\u2020<\/sup><\/p>\n<p>Flyte hearing aids from TruHearing can\u00a0connect wirelessly with your Apple or Android\u00a0smartphone to give you more control and\u00a0flexibility over your hearing experience. And, as\u00a0part of the program, a TruHearing provider will\u00a0consult with you to determine the best type and\u00a0style of hearing aid to address your lifestyle and\u00a0unique hearing needs.<\/p>\n<p><em>Additionally, hearing aid coverage includes:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Initial hearing exam with a TruHearing provider<\/li>\n<li>3 follow-up visits with the provider for fitting\u00a0and adjustments<\/li>\n<li>45-day trial<\/li>\n<li>3-year manufacturer\u2019s warranty for repairs and\u00a0one-time loss and damage replacement<\/li>\n<li>48 batteries per hearing aid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As of January 1, 2017, you can schedule a hearing\u00a0exam with a provider in your area by calling\u00a0TruHearing at (844) 319-2573<\/p>\n<p>If you struggle with hearing loss, we hope you\u2019ll\u00a0take advantage of this benefit. 2017 is the year\u00a0to address your hearing loss and benefit from\u00a0the higher quality of life that affordable hearing\u00a0aids offer.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">H8578_2017_500v1 Approved<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><sup>\u2020<\/sup><em>You must see a TruHearing provider to use this benefit. Other providers are available in our network. Please note, hearing aids purchased through other providers are not covered.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>*Health New England Medicare Advantage is an HMO Plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in\u00a0Health New England Medicare Advantage depends on contract renewal. This information is not a\u00a0complete description of benefits. Contact the plan for more information. Limitations, \u00a0copayments\u00a0and restrictions may apply. Benefits, premiums and\/or copayments\/coinsurance may change on\u00a0January 1 of each year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing loss affects nearly 38 million Americans to some degree. And, we know that hearing loss can have an adverse effect on all aspects of life\u2014from putting a strain on relationships to increased risk of developing cognitive issues. However, hearing aids have proven extremely effective at \u00a0improving the lives of people with hearing loss. 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