Hearing Aid Funding and Finance Options

Discover funding and finance options for your hearing aids.

 

Learn more about how to make hearing aids more affordable with the funding and finance options we offer for hearing aids, including the Government hearing aid subsidy, the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC), Veterans Affairs, Q Card, and WINZ payments. The friendly team at your local Bay Audiology clinic can help you to apply. 

Government Hearing Aid Subsidy Scheme

The Ministry of Health hearing aid subsidy scheme entitles New Zealand citizens and permanent residents aged 16 years and over to a government subsidy of $1022.22 toward a pair of hearing aids, or up to $511.11 towards a single hearing aid, once every six years.

Other hearing aid funding options:

Beyond government hearing aid subsidies in New Zealand, our hearing specialists offer expert advice on funding options that may be available to you. We will help you apply for funding and support you every step of the way. There are several other funding options available, including:

Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) Hearing Aid Funding

If your type of work has taken a toll on your hearing, you might be eligible for funding from ACC. ACC may contribute towards the cost of your hearing aids, hearing aid maintenance and repairs, and replacement of batteries as you need them. They will also provide support for you to replace your hearing aids once every six years.

We are a Registered ACC Supplier and can help you get the process started in three easy steps. Visit your nearest branch to learn more.

Veterans' Affairs

Returned service veterans may be eligible for funding if their hearing loss has been damaged as a result of military service. To start this process, you need to see your GP and contact Veterans’ Affairs. Following this, our audiologists can provide all services to you.

You can get in touch with your local Bay Audiology clinic to learn more about the Veterans’ Affairs process.

90-day money-back guarantee*

All our hearing aids come with a risk-free 90-day money-back guarantee, allowing you to test them in your daily environments. If you're not fully satisfied, you can exchange your hearing aid, upgrade with an additional payment, or receive a full refund within 90 days of purchase. This ensures you have complete confidence in finding the perfect hearing solution for your needs and lifestyle. Full terms and conditions apply.

12 months interest-free**

We offer a 12-month interest-free option with Q Card to help make bringing back the sounds you love more affordable than ever. This offer is available on all hearing aid purchases, provided you meet eligibility requirements.

See below for full terms and conditions.

Apply for a Mastercard Q Card here.

WINZ Payments

At Bay Audiology we accept the WINZ credit payments. You need to obtain a quote for hearing aids from Bay Audiology and will then need to contact your local WINZ office to go through the process of claiming a WINZ hearing aid subsidy.

What’s included when you purchase hearing aids with us?

Bay Audiology offers a customer-first approach with personalised hearing solutions and exceptional aftercare. When you purchase most hearing aids with us, you receive our AfterCare Plus service offering which provides free clean and checks and hearing aid adjustment appointments for 6-years from the date of hearing aid purchase. It also includes a 3-year manufacturer’s warranty to give you peace of mind on your purchase.

We also offer expert advice on hearing protection, including custom ear plugs, and assistance in accessing funding from ACC, the Ministry of Health, and Veteran's Affairs.

Learn more about the cost of hearing aids here.

Your local Bay Audiology team can help you to apply. Find your nearest clinic

* Money-back guarantee terms and conditions:

Bay Audiology reserves the right to refuse to exchange or refund hearing aids where the hearing aid (including its parts) have not been returned or have been damaged or lost. Any refund paid will be the amount paid by the client only, which will not include any discounts or funders' contributions.

**12 months interest free is available on Long Term Finance (LTF) for in-store purchases only. Min spend $200. Lending criteria, $50 annual Account Fee, fees, Ts&Cs apply. $55 Establishment Fee applies to your first LTF transaction, $35 Advance Fee applies to subsequent LTF transactions. Min payments of 3% of the monthly closing balance or $10 (whichever is greater) are required throughout interest free period. Paying only the minimum monthly payments will not fully repay the loan before the end of the interest free period. Standard Interest Rate of 28.95% p.a. applies to outstanding balance at the end of LTF Interest Free Period. Rates and fees subject to change. Columbus Financial Services Limited and Consumer Finance Limited reserve the right to amend, suspend or terminate the offer and these Ts&Cs at any time without notice. 

* Hearing aids from the Starter technology range at Bay Audiology (including the Free to Hear Program) are excluded from receiving the AfterCare Plus service offering. For AfterCare Plus full terms and conditions click here

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