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What’ s the difference between my medical hearing benefit and my supplemental hearing benefit?

What’ s the difference between my medical hearing benefit and my supplemental hearing benefit?

Medical( Part C) Hearing Benefit
Covers medically necessary hearing exams when ordered by your doctor.
Used to diagnose or treat a medical condition related to hearing loss.
You may have a copay or coinsurance, depending on your plan.
Does not include hearing aids or batteries.
Visits are billed to Senior Care Plus medical coverage.
Supplemental Hearing Benefit
NationsHearing ®
Covers routine hearing tests and hearing aids through NationsHearing.
Designed to help improve hearing and quality of life with affordable options.
Free annual hearing test with low-cost hearing aids and extra services.
Includes hearing aids from major brands, 3-year warranty, batteries and follow-up visits.
Managed through NationsHearing, a partner company.
Schedule through your Primary Care Schedule directly by calling
Provider or Ear, Nose and Throat Provider. 877-200-4189( TTY Relay Service – 711) or visiting SeniorCarePlus. NationsBenefits. com.
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