How to determine if you are eligible for free hearing services

Under the Office of Hearing Services’ scheme you may be entitled to a free comprehensive hearing assessment and hearing rehabilitation, including the selection of and fitting of hearing aids if you are:

• 21 years or older and an Australian citizen or permanent resident

and:

• a Pension Concession cardholder; or
• receiving sickness allowance from Centrelink; or
• the holder of a Gold Repatriation Health Card issued for all conditions; or
• the holder of a White Repatriation Health Card issued for a condition that includes hearing loss; or
• a dependent of a person in one of the above categories; or
• a member of the Australian Defence Force; or
• a dependent of a person who is undergoing a vocational rehabilitation service (CRS) and referred by your case worker

If you are eligible, you can obtain an application form from your doctor or a hearing services provider such as AudioClinic which is fully accredited by the Office of Hearing Services.

You can also download the form here - OHS Application Form.

If you are unsure whether you are eligible, contact AudioClinic on 1800 057 022 or make an appointment at your nearest clinic. We can also help you to fill out the application form.

For Health Fund Members

For information about whether the cost of your hearing aid is covered by your health fund, click here or contact your provider directly.

Seniors Groups Membership

AudioClinic offers a discount to members of selected Seniors Organisations, such as Seniors Card and National Seniors.

Tax Benefits

The cost of hearing aids form part of your annual medical expenses for tax purposes. If you have medical expenses of more than $1,500 in one financial year, you may be eligible for a net medical expenses tax offset.

Your local AudioClinic can advise you on the discounts available to members.