Connecticut — Hearing Aid Coverage

Coverage Overview

According to 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) public filings, Connecticut has 381 Medicare Advantage plans from 5 insurers, with 289 (75.9%) including hearing aid benefits — above the national average of 71.6%. Covered plans offer between $500 and $3,200 in benefits, averaging $993, compared to the national average of $1,276. The largest carriers are Aetna Medicare (242 plans), UnitedHealthcare (35 plans), and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (7 plans). About 14.5% of covered plans require prior authorization. 16.3% of covered plans include OTC hearing aid coverage. About 91.6% 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.