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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield — Hearing Aid Coverage

Medicare Advantage and ACA Marketplace hearing benefit data for Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Total Plans

292

MA + ACA plans tracked

MA Plans

128

70 with hearing coverage

ACA Plans

164

149 with hearing coverage

Avg MA Benefit

$2,379

Average reported hearing benefit across covered MA plans

States Served

9

States with at least one tracked plan

Coverage Overview

According to 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) public filings, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield offers 128 Medicare Advantage plans across 8 states, with 70 plans (54.7%) including hearing aid benefits — below the national average of 71.6%. Covered plans offer between $500 and $4,000 in benefits, averaging $2,379, which is 86% above the national average of $1,276. The majority of covered plans (100%) require prior authorization. All covered plans include hearing exam and OTC hearing aid coverage. About 100% of plans report $0 copays for hearing aids.

This information is derived from publicly available CMS data and may not reflect individual plan variations, rider modifications, or mid-year changes. Always verify benefits directly with the plan or its administrator.

How to verify hearing aid coverage with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

  1. Locate your plan ID

    Find your contract ID and plan ID on your Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield insurance card or member portal.

  2. Check your plan's benefits

    Look up your specific plan on this page to see what CMS filings report about hearing aid coverage under your Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield plan.

  3. Call Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield member services

    Confirm benefit amounts, cost-sharing, and any prior authorization requirements directly with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

  4. Ask about the hearing benefit administrator

    Some Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans route hearing benefits through a third-party administrator. Ask whether your plan uses a company like TruHearing or NationsHearing for hearing aid benefits.

Plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

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States where Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield offers plans

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Based on 2026 CMS public filings. Verify directly with your insurer or plan administrator before making any purchasing decisions. AudiCoverage is not affiliated with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Last updated: April 2026. See our methodology →