NationsHearing review

NationsHearing is the hearing benefit run by NationsBenefits for health plan partners. It describes itself as the only independently owned and operated hearing benefit vendor. Members get an annual hearing exam at no out-of-pocket cost, then order aids from any major manufacturer using their plan's benefit allowance. Each prescription purchase includes a 60-day evaluation period with a 100% money-back guarantee, three follow-up visits, a 3-year manufacturer repair warranty and three years of batteries, though the battery supply does not apply to rechargeable models. A one-time replacement covers lost, stolen or damaged aids, with a possible deductible. Members can also use the allowance on OTC aids shipped home at no extra charge, and NationsHearing offers 12 and 18 month 0% APR financing for qualified applicants. The network includes thousands of locations, but the company does not publish a count or prices. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

Health plan members whose benefit runs through NationsBenefits and who want batteries and follow-ups bundled in.

Price

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Key features

• Annual hearing exam at no out-of-pocket cost
• Hearing aids from all major manufacturers
• 60-day, 100% money-back guarantee and three follow-up visits
• 3-year repair warranty and 3 years of batteries for non-rechargeable models
• OTC hearing aids shipped to your home at no extra charge using your allowance

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Three years of batteries included, the longest supply in this list
• Strength: One-time replacement for lost, stolen or damaged aids
• Strength: 12 and 18 month 0% APR financing for qualified applicants
• Weakness: Only available through partner health plans
• Weakness: Battery supply does not apply to rechargeable models
• Weakness: Loss and damage replacement may carry a deductible

Key facts

• Hearing exam: Annual, no out-of-pocket cost
• Trial: 60 days, 100% money back
• Follow-up visits: 3
• Warranty: 3-year manufacturer repair
• Financing: 12 or 18 months at 0% APR, if qualified

Where it ranks

NationsHearing is No. 4 in our Best Hearing Aid Insurance Plans verdict.