Hearing Services Program

The Hearing Services Program provides subsidised high-quality hearing services and devices to eligible Australians with hearing loss.

About the program

See how the program supports eligible Australians with hearing loss.

Check your eligibility

Check whether you're eligible for subsidised hearing services and devices.

Online portal

For providers to manage clients, claims and business details. For suppliers to manage devices.

Schedule of service items and fees

The legislated schedule of fees and services.

Hearing Services Program contact

1800 500 726

Contact us for information about the Hearing Services Program.

Browse the program

For the public

Read about eligibility, services available, hearing devices available, how to apply, and where to find a provider.

For hearing professionals

Read about becoming a provider or supplier, managing clients, and requirements for hearing practitioners, services and devices.

Did you know?

806,473

Australians received program support in 2023–24

3,522

sites deliver program service across Australia

436,188

hearing devices were fitted in 2023–24

All figures are effective as of 18 July 2024.

Latest general public resources

Latest general public resources

Hearing Services Program – Compliance update November 2024

This compliance update includes information on the support available, lessons learned from during 2023–24. The focus for compliance in 2024 is listed below. Providers should review their processes to ensure they remain compliant.

Latest hearing professional resources

Latest hearing professional resources

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