Texas — Hearing Aid Coverage

Coverage Overview

According to 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) public filings, Texas has 234 Medicare Advantage plans from 17 insurers, with 186 (79.5%) including hearing aid benefits — above the national average of 71.6%. Covered plans offer between $150 and $4,000 in benefits, averaging $1,246, compared to the national average of $1,276. The largest carriers are Humana (105 plans), Aetna Medicare (22 plans), and Baylor Scott & White Health Plan (14 plans). About 62.4% of covered plans require prior authorization. 58.1% of covered plans include OTC hearing aid coverage. About 33.6% 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.