As a current or retired BlueCross BlueShield federal employee, you may be eligible for hearing benefits at little to no cost!
Ask today about your $2,500* benefit. Your myblue Wellness card may also be applied.
Call a Hearing Care Advisor to find out if you qualify for this incredible Federal Employee Health Benefit (FEHB).
Please call 888-778-4760 or fill out this form to learn how you can take advantage of this unique savings opportunity.
* Required fields
PROUDLY OFFERING
HEARING AIDS
Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 7:00pm CST
© 2007-2025 Start Hearing. All rights reserved.
Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 7:00pm CST
* The Service Benefit Plan may pay a hearing aid benefit for FEP Blue Basic® and FEP Blue Standard® up to $2,500 total with prior approval, every 5 calendar years for adults age 22 and over, and up to $2,500 total per calendar year for members up to age 22. FEP Blue Focus does not have a hearing aid benefit. Prices and products subject to change.
All benefits are subject to the definitions, limitations, and exclusions in the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Service Benefit Plan brochure. Blue365 offers access to savings on health and wellness products and services that members may purchase from independent vendors, which are not covered benefits under the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Federal Employee Program, Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Dental® and/or Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Vision®. These products and services will be offered to you through the entire benefit year.
During the year, the independent vendors may offer additional discounts on these products and services. To find out what is covered under your policy, contact the customer service number on your member ID card. Any disputes regarding your health insurance products and services may be subject to your plan’s grievance process. BCBSA may receive payments from vendors providing products and services on or accessible through the Site. Neither BCBSA nor any Blue Company recommends, endorses, warrants, or guarantees any specific vendor, product or service available under or through the Blue365 Program or Site.
Start Hearing is offered through Blue365® which provides exclusive health and wellness deals and is a program of Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, an association of independent Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies.
** Based on nationwide average retail prices.
| Product technology level |
Avg. retail cost (per pair)** |
Example cost through Start Hearing (per pair) |
Total hearing aid allowance |
Your cost* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Economy
Product technology level
Economy
|
$2,996
Avg. retail cost (per pair)**
$2,996
|
$1,398
Example cost through Start Hearing
$1,398
|
-$2,500
Total Hearing aid allowance
-$2,500
|
$0
Your cost*
$0
|
|
Low
Product technology level
Low
|
$3,596
Avg. retail cost (per pair)**
$3,596
|
$1,798
Example cost through Start Hearing
$1,798
|
-$2,500
Total Hearing aid allowance
-$2,500
|
$0
Your cost*
$0
|
|
Select
Product technology level
Select
|
$5,596
Avg. retail cost (per pair)**
$5,596
|
$2,398
Example cost through Start Hearing
$2,398
|
-$2,500
Hearing aid allowance
-$2,500
|
$0
Your cost*
$0
|
|
Advanced
Product technology level
Advanced
|
$6,396
Avg. retail cost (per pair)**
$6,396
|
$2,998
Example cost through Start Hearing
$2,998
|
-$2,500
Hearing aid allowance
-$2,500
|
$498
Your cost*
$498
|
|
Premium
Product technology level
Premium
|
$7,116
Avg. retail cost (per pair)**
$7,116
|
$3,898
Example cost through Start Hearing
$3,898
|
-$2,500
Hearing aid allowance
-$2,500
|
$1,398
Your cost*
$1,398
|
Estimated cost of hearing aids for federal employees
Questions? Call us. (888)778-4760
Up to 60-day risk-free trial 100% money-back guarantee.
Up to 3-year deluxe warranty plan with loss & damage coverage
The latest advancements in hearing technology
Why you should choose Start Hearing
In addition to your federal employee hearing benefits, we’re proud to offer continuous support as well as program and product benefits to help make your journey to better hearing as easy as possible.
If you are a current or retired federal employee with a qualified health insurance plan, you are eligible for discounts on hearing aids and you may also be eligible for a hearing aid allowance of up to $2,500*.
We can help you find out if you qualify!
We will get you started in just a few easy steps:
Contact a Start Hearing Care Advisor to schedule your hearing consultation at a participating hearing professional location in your area.
Learn about your unique hearing needs as your hearing professional evaluates your hearing and your lifestyle.
Select a product that fits your needs and budget – many options are available at no cost with your hearing aid allowance of up to $2,500*.
Your health plan does require a Precertification to obtain hearing aids. We’ll work with your hearing professional to obtain all your required documentation to submit a precertification on your behalf to your health plan.
Enjoy a more engaged and vibrant life with better hearing!
In case of loss and damage, provider may charge a customary service fee ranging from $200-$250. See local provider office for details.
