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ACC Funded Hearing Hearing Aids

If you've experienced hearing loss due to your work environment or accident, you might be eligible for Accident Corporation Compensation (ACC) Funding. Bloom Hearing Specialists understand the complexities of navigating compensation claims and are here to support you every step of the way. 
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ACC compensation in New Zealand

If you’ve experienced hearing loss as a result of your work, you may be entitled to financial and medical support to help with the costs of hearing assessments, hearing aids, and other related services. 

Industries commonly affected: 

  • Building and construction

  • Airport ground staff

  • Agriculture

  • Mining

  • Manufacturing

  • Musicians

  • Heavy transport

  • Police and emergency services

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Am I eligible for workers compensation?

There are several qualification criteria that could make you eligible to receive fully-funded hearing aids from ACC:

  • if your hearing loss is due to an accident or workplace noise exposure.
  • Your age, health or genetic conditions can also affect your funding.

Generally, ACC will consider these and the cause of your hearing loss before providing financial assistance. If you are not eligible for hearing aids fully funded by the ACC, The Ministry of Health may be able to provide funding or subsidy assistance for hearing devices.

Not sure if you may be eligible? Speak with us today.

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What ACC coverage can I get?

ACC can contribute to the complete or partial cost, maintenance and repairing of hearing aids, earwax removal, and replacement hearing aids batteries if you meet the eligibility criteria.

Hearing aid funding by ACC is provided where 6% or more of your hearing loss is caused by an injury, this can include:

  • Hearing injury or hearing loss caused by an accident
  • Hearing loss caused by some medical treatments
  • Gradual onset hearing as a result of workplace noise

Depending on your case and the extent of your hearing loss, ACC is able to provide different levels of funding. Several levels of ACC-funded hearing services exist, and our team will help you find the one that best suits your hearing needs.

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How bloom hearing specialists can assist you

We make it easy to navigate the ACC claims process:

  • Comprehensive hearing assessment

    Our qualified audiologists conduct thorough hearing tests to determine the extent and nature of your hearing loss.

  • Expert reports

    We provide detailed reports to support your workers compensation claim, clearly outlining your hearing condition and its likely cause.

  • Guidance and support

    Our team can answer your questions, explain the claims process, and help you access appropriate hearing aids and services.

  • Wide range of hearing solutions

    We offer a diverse selection of hearing aids and assistive listening devices to meet your individual needs and preferences.
If you believe you may be eligible for compensation benefits for hearing loss, don't hesitate to contact bloom hearing specialists today. We can help you access the support you deserve and guide you on your journey to better hearing.

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