Pennsylvania — Hearing Aid Coverage

Coverage Overview

According to 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) public filings, Pennsylvania has 275 Medicare Advantage plans from 32 insurers, with 171 (62.2%) including hearing aid benefits — below the national average of 71.6%. Covered plans offer between $500 and $2,950 in benefits, averaging $836, compared to the national average of $1,276. The largest carriers are Aetna Medicare (62 plans), Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield or Highmark Blue Shield (38 plans), and Independence Blue Cross (17 plans). About 1.2% of covered plans require prior authorization. 7% of covered plans include OTC hearing aid coverage. About 40.9% 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.