Complete Guide to Hearing Aid Funding
1. Sources of Support
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NFZ (National Health Fund) – basic reimbursement for patients with hearing loss
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PFRON – “Active Citizen” program – through PCPR/MOPS
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Local programs by PCPR/MOPS in Małopolska — financial support dependent on the district
2. NFZ Reimbursement – Conditions and Amounts
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Adults (> 26 years): air conduction aid – 1,050 zł each, up to 2,100 zł for both; 5-year waiting period, ear molds – 50 zł each (once every 5 years)
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Children and youth (≤ 26 years): 3,000 zł per aid, 3-year waiting period; up to 6,000 zł for both; molds – 60 zł each (once every 3 years)
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Bone conduction aids: 2,100 zł each for adults, 3,000 zł for children (once every 5 or 3 years respectively)
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Privileged persons (veterans, repressed): air conduction – 1,500 zł each; bone conduction – 3,000 zł each; mold – 50 zł each (for both sides)
3. PCPR/MOPS – Local Support in Małopolska
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Example from Kraków (MOPS): up to 800 zł per aid (or 1,600 zł for two)
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In other districts, amounts vary — it's worth checking current limits at your local PCPR/MOPS
4. Documents Required to Apply for Funding
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For NFZ: recommendation from an ENT doctor, results of audiometric testing
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For PFRON/PCPR: disability certificate, income documentation (if required), purchase invoice or pro forma invoice
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For privileged persons: appropriate veteran or repressed ID
6. Summary – Amounts Table
| Source | Age Group / Status | Reimbursement for Aid (1 unit) | Reimbursement for 2 Aids | Ear Molds |
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| NFZ – > 26 years | adults (> 26 y.) | 1,050 zł | 2,100 zł | 50 zł / unit |
| NFZ – ≤ 26 years | children and youth ≤ 26 y. | 3,000 zł | 6,000 zł | 60 zł / unit |
| NFZ – bone conduction | adults / ≤ 26 y. | 2,100 / 3,000 zł | 4,200 / 6,000 zł | molds as above |
| NFZ – privileged | veterans / repressed | 1,500 zł | 3,000 zł | 50 zł / unit |
| PCPR/MOPS local | dependent on the district, | – | – | |
| PFRON – Active Citizen | qualified individuals | dependent on PCPR decision | – | – |
7. Additional Benefits
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Rehabilitation Tax Relief in PIT: the possibility of deducting expenses for a hearing aid (after partial reimbursement from NFZ/PFRON) as well as accessories, cleaning and maintenance supplies, batteries, according to the interpretation from February 2025
How to Access Funding in Practice?
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Make an appointment for a hearing test at GAMA Hearing Prosthetics – you will receive the audiometric results.
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In our office, we will also explain how much reimbursement you can obtain and what documents are needed.
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Consult with an ENT doctor – they will issue a referral for NFZ.
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Submit the application and any additional documents to the local PCPR/MOPS/PFRON.
Our task is not only to select the appropriate hearing aids but also to support patients at every stage – from diagnosis through completing documents to service and care after purchase.
Do you need help applying for funding? Contact us – we will be happy to assist you!
Funding for the purchase of hearing aids
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