In Australia, whether or not you can claim hearing aids on insurance can depend on the specific insurance policy you have. Some private health insurance policies may cover some or all of the cost of hearing aids. However, it is important to check with your insurance provider to see if hearing aids are covered under your policy, and if so, what the level of coverage is.
The Australian Government also provides financial assistance for hearing services through the Hearing Services Program (HSP) for eligible clients. This program is designed to provide free or low-cost hearing services, including hearing aids and related accessories, to people with permanent hearing loss. To be eligible, the person must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident and meet certain age and means test criteria.
It is also worth checking with your state government if they have any additional programs or subsidies to help with the cost of hearing aids.