Massachusetts — Hearing Aid Coverage

Coverage Overview

According to 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) public filings, Massachusetts has 517 Medicare Advantage plans from 19 insurers, with 462 (89.4%) including hearing aid benefits — above the national average of 71.6%. The largest carriers are Devoted Health (416 plans), Tufts Health Plan (15 plans), and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (7 plans). The majority of covered plans (90%) require prior authorization. 0.4% of covered plans include OTC hearing aid coverage. About 6.3% 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.