Hearing Services Program
Hear More Audiology is an accredited government hearing services provider.
Who is eligible?
You are eligible for the hearing services voucher scheme if you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, are aged 21 years or older, and are:
- a pensioner concession card holder or their spouse
- a Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) Gold Card holder or their spouse
- DVA White Card holder (hearing-specific conditions) or their spouse
- member of the Australian Defence Force, including the:
- Permanent Navy
- Regular Army
- Permanent Air Force
- Reserves in continuous full-time service
- referred by a Disability Employment Service.
NOTE – A Commonwealth Seniors Health Card does not provide eligibility for the program.
What FREE services are included under the program?
- Hearing assessments
- Device fitting
- Follow-up appointments
- Device maintenance
- Extra rehabilitation
- Specialist hearing services – find out whether you can access specialist hearing services under the Community Service Obligations (CSO)
- Annual reviews – have your hearing needs reviewed once a year
You are eligible to receive free hearing assessments and hearing devices under the scheme if you meet certain criteria. Conditions apply under the Australian Government Hearing Services Program but the friendly staff at Hear More Audiology can talk you through your options and eligibility.
How do I access the hearing services program?
We can take care of this for you. All you need to do is provide us with some details including your concession card number and sign a consent form. We will then apply for the voucher on your behalf through the online portal and arrange your appointment.
Private clients
If you are not eligible for the hearing services program, then you will need to self-fund your hearing services. If you have extras cover in your private health insurance, then you may be entitled to a rebate for hearing aids under health aids and appliances.