Bill · H.R. 500· House(119-HR-500)

Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2025

Age: 73 years

Michigan

Introduced: 1/16/2025
Last activity: 1/16/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by: Debbie Dingell
Cosponsors: - 30 - 2

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2025," aims to amend the Social Security Act. It seeks to remove the current exclusion of Medicare coverage for hearing aids and related examinations. If passed, the changes to coverage would apply to items and services provided on or after January 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill directs the Comptroller General to conduct a study on hearing aid assistance programs. This study will look at the number of people needing help and the effectiveness of current programs. Finally, a report with recommendations must be submitted to Congress following the study.

Yes· 3 of 9

Would people over 65 be better off under this?+9
Seniors on Medicare will directly benefit from the coverage of hearing aids and examinations.
Would retired people be better off under this?+9
Retirees on Medicare gain much-needed coverage for hearing aids and associated examinations.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+8
The bill provides essential healthcare coverage for individuals with hearing-related disabilities.