Question
Which hearing aids cannot be covered by ESCO's extended coverage plans?
Answer
There are very few hearing instruments ESCO cannot cover! In fact, private label hearing instruments can be covered as can many of the external components of cochlear implant systems. We can also cover FM systems, DAI boots and other hearing-related components.
As a general rule, instruments older than 7 years will not be considered for extended coverage. Hearing aid models discontinued for more than 12 months will not be considered unless there is a comparable product that can be substituted in the event of a claim. If a patient has extended coverage on an aid that becomes discontinued for over 12 months, the contract will be honored. If no comparable replacement is found, they will not have a renewal option at the end of their coverage term.
ESCO does not have the ability to cover Miracle Ear and Beltone products, as these are franchise owned products.
Charles Stone Au.D. Founder and CEO of ESCO. Dr. Stone has been an audiologist for more than 25 years. Dr. Stone can be contacted directly at ESCO, 3215 Fernbrook Lane North, Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-5325, or dial 1-800-992-3726, or email to cstone@earserv.com. To read the Audiology Online INTERVIEW with Dr Stone, please see:
Stone, C. (2003, April 28). Interview with Charles Stone Extended Hearing Aid Warranty, Financing, and Leasing Programs, ESCO. Audiology Online, Interview 185. Available via the Interviews Archive on https://www.audiologyonline.com
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