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Benefits
DC 37 Health & Security Plan Benefits
Audiology Benefit
The
Audiology Benefit is provided to the member only and exclusively at the
Audiology Center located at 115 Chambers Street, New York, NY 10007 (212)
791-2126. All services are provided by licensed, certified audiologists.
The Audiology Benefit consists of a comprehensive audiologic evaluation
that determines the type and degree of the hearing loss which is outlined
on an audiogram. If the evaluation confirms a hearing deficiency, the
member will be given the audiogram and report to take to an Ear, Nose
and Throat Specialist for either medical treatment or medical hearing
aid clearance. The member must apply directly to his/her basic health
insurance carrier for reimbursement for the Specialists fee; it
is not covered by the Audiology Benefit.
The Centers Audiologist will review the Specialists report
and determine if a hearing aid is required. If a hearing aid is required,
the Plan will provide one basic hearing aid at no cost to the member.
If a second hearing aid is necessary, it will be provided at the Plans
invoice cost. The member will be evaluated and fitted for a hearing aid.
Once the hearing aid is dispensed, the member can return for an adjustment
to ensure that the aid fits well and is functioning properly for their
individual needs.
The Health & Security Plan will provide a maximum of one hearing aid
and one mold (if applicable) within a three year period. Thereafter, the
member can be reevaluated and, if deemed necessary by the Centers
Audiologist, a replacement may be provided.
Replacement batteries are not provided. Aural rehabilitation is not provided
by the Plan.
If your basic health insurance coverage provides reimbursement for an
audiology benefit, you will be required to sign an authorization form
allowing Hear & See Right Inc. to file a claim with your insurance
carrier.
Appointments must be scheduled in advance at the Audiology Center. Call
(212) 791-2126 to make an appointment.
DC 37 Audiology Center - 115 Chambers Street, N.Y., N.Y. 10007
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