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Yes! Many veterans can qualify for hearing aids from the Veterans Administration (VA).
Unfortunately, your military service puts you at risk for severe hearing loss, requiring the need for hearing aids. However, the VA understands this risk and offers valuable resources for the hearing impaired.
This quick guide will cover eligibility for VA hearing aids, how to order them, and how to get replacement hearing aid batteries.
Let’s dive in!
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Summary of Key Points
- The VA supplies free hearing aids, but you must first register at the health Administration/enrollment section of the VA Medical Center of your choice and attend hearing tests to determine your eligibility.
- You can apply for free hearing aids from the VA online, by mail, or in person at the closest VA facility.
- Qualifying veterans can order replacement VA hearing aid batteries at no additional cost.
Does the VA Supply Hearing Aids for Free?
Yes, many veterans are eligible to receive hearing aids from Veterans Administration health services as part of their benefits package.
Eligibility for VA Hearing Aids
Most veterans with service-connected hearing problems, like tinnitus, may qualify for VA hearing aids.
The VA offers free hearing aids to the following veterans:
- Those with any service-connected disability due to their military service
- Former prisoners of war (POW)
- Purple Heart recipients
- Those rated permanently housebound or in need of regular aid and attendance
- Those with hearing impairment resulting from diseases or a medical condition for which they are getting VA care or disability
- Those who have hearing impairment severe enough that it interferes with their ability to participate actively in their own medical treatment or daily living
Note: The VA requires you to receive a hearing evaluation by a state-licensed audiologist to determine whether you need hearing aids or other hearing assistive devices.
How to Receive VA Hearing Aid Benefits
The VA offers free hearing aids, but you must first register at the health administration/enrollment section at a VA Medical Center. You can continue to receive free hearing aids if you maintain VA eligibility for care.
You also need the following documents when you register: a copy of the Veteran’s DD214, driver’s license, and health insurance (if available).
You can enroll to receive hearing aids in one of the following ways:
- In person at any local VA facility
- By mailing completed Form 10-10EZ to the Medical Center of your choice (Don’t forget to sign your form; otherwise, it can’t be processed)
After registering, you can schedule an appointment at the Audiology and Speech Pathology Clinic for a hearing evaluation. The audiologist will make a clinical determination on whether you require hearing aids or hearing-assistive devices.
How to Order Hearing Aid Batteries
You can request new hearing aid batteries by one of the following methods:
By Mail
- Use the blue VA Form 2346, Request for Batteries and Accessories card/envelope received with your initial or latest battery order.
- Complete the form and mail it to the Denver Acquisition & Logistics Center (DALC) at the address provided on the form:
VA Denver Acquisition and Logistics Center
P.O. Box 25166
Denver, CO 80225-0166
If you do not have the blue VA Form 2346, use the automated phone option to contact the DALC (see below) or contact your local VA audiology clinic.
Via Telephone
Call the Denver Acquisition & Logistics Center (DALC) at 303-273-6200
- Press 1 for the Automated Battery Reorder System
- The system will ask for your social security number and zip code
- You can then select which authorized batteries to re-order
Online
Visit the eBenefits Web site at: www.ebenefits.va.gov
Note: Once ordered, your batteries should arrive within 7-10 days. It’s recommended you order extra batteries when you only have enough for about 30 days.
(FAQs) Frequently Asked Questions
Can a veteran get free hearing aids from the VA?
Yes, eligible veterans can receive hearing aids from VA health services at no cost if they meet certain criteria related to their service-connected disabilities or financial need.
You can apply for VA hearing aids online, in person, or by mail.
Who qualifies for free hearing aids through the VA?
Veterans with documented hearing loss connected to their service, certain disability ratings, or those enrolled in VA healthcare with specific health requirements may qualify. Financial need or other unique circumstances can also play a role in eligibility.
What type of hearing aids does the VA provide?
The VA works with virtually all of the major world hearing aid manufacturers providing the latest in technology packaged in a variety of different styles and features. VA audiologists work with each patient to determine the severity of hearing loss, abilities, and lifestyle to find the best hearing devices for each person.
Will the VA cover the cost of hearing aid repairs and replacements?
Yes, the VA covers maintenance, repairs, and replacements when needed, if you remain eligible for the hearing aid benefit. Follow-up appointments and adjustments are also generally included.
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Kelly Olone
Kelly Olone is a military spouse who earned her degree in Psychology from Florida International University. After working in the non-profit sector for several years, she turned to her passion for writing. She aims to contribute to a better understanding of the valuable benefits that veterans deserve. As a mom, Kelly navigates the delicate balance between deadlines and bedtime stories with finesse.
